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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three, in Rome.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was the Cardinal when he accepted the position of the Supreme Pontiff?
(a) 64.
(b) 55.
(c) 72.
(d) 68.

2. Unlike Galileo's daughters, the son was able to become recognized by the church after he had been:
(a) Incapacitated.
(b) Born.
(c) Baptized.
(d) Legitimized.

3. What was the affectionate nickname of this contact?
(a) Brother Ghoul.
(b) Father Monster.
(c) Monsignor Crab.
(d) Cardinal Creepy.

4. The pope was fond of another of Galileo's works, title:
(a) The Geologist.
(b) The Astronomer.
(c) The Academist.
(d) The Assayer.

5. What was the name of the town where the convent was located?
(a) Naples.
(b) Arcetri.
(c) Padua.
(d) Pisa.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who assisted Galileo and Maria Celeste in one particular project?

2. What was the name of Galileo's host?

3. In what month did the Pope take office?

4. Which person was eager to step forward to help the convent through their leanest hours?

5. Convents in Italy were different than in other countries because they were permitted to own which of the following?

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