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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Five, At Siena.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. It was intended that the girl stay in the convent until her parents could find:
(a) A husband.
(b) A place to live.
(c) Money for college.
(d) An adoptive family.

2. What was the name of the high ranking member of the church that took "custody" of Galileo after the trial?
(a) Piccolomini.
(b) Barberini.
(c) Niccolini.
(d) Giambanco.

3. Maria Celeste sent regular letters to her father, often enclosing prayers on which topic?
(a) Perseverance.
(b) Forgiveness.
(c) Strength.
(d) Penance.

4. In addition to regular financial aid, Galileo began to work as a ______ at the convent.
(a) Philosopher.
(b) Gardener.
(c) Teacher.
(d) Handyman.

5. It is erroneously reported that Galileo was tried in which year?
(a) 1637.
(b) 1639.
(c) 1621.
(d) 1616.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word is used by Niccolini that means the same thing as "interfered?"

2. Who would have the final say on the approval of the book?

3. For some unknown reason Galileo did not save all of Maria Celeste's letters during that year. How many letters did Galileo manage to save?

4. Which of the following was not one of the reasons given to the Pope by Niccolini?

5. What was the major complaint and source of illness at the convent?

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