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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. Which of the following was the main carrier of disease at this time?
(a) Flea.
(b) Rat.
(c) Dog.
(d) Mosquito.

2. At this time Galileo was living in which town or city?
(a) Pisa.
(b) Arcetri.
(c) Florence.
(d) Padua.

3. Anti-Catholics objected to the Pope rejecting Galileo's work solely on:
(a) Personal beliefs.
(b) Political pressure.
(c) Peer pressure.
(d) Biblical grounds.

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

5. Which member of the Medici was installed as the Grand Duke of Tuscany?
(a) Cosimo.
(b) Vincenzo.
(c) Anthony.
(d) Fernando.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following was not one of Galileo's avid supporters?

2. What was the first name of Galileo's father?

3. What is it called when someone commits a crime against God?

4. At this time, Galileo's health was poor. It was recommended that while in Rome, Galileo should stay ___________.

5. The son was intended to complete his education at a university in which city?

(see the answer key)

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