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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 Pope approved of Galileo's conviction?
(a) Gregory.
(b) Urban.
(c) Paul.
(d) Clement.

2. What was the first name of Mrs. Niccolini?
(a) Livia.
(b) Caterina.
(c) Patrizia.
(d) Angeline.

3. What word is used to reference a report issued by the office to important officials?
(a) Outline.
(b) Brief.
(c) Discourse.
(d) Summarization.

4. There was great hope that Galileo's new book would be published in which country?
(a) France.
(b) Netherlands.
(c) Germany.
(d) England.

5. What was the name of Galileo's contact within the Vatican?
(a) Riccardi.
(b) Verardi.
(c) Bacelli.
(d) Tringali.

Short Answer Questions

1. Shortly after, Vincenzo and Sestilia announced the birth of their second child, a boy named:

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

3. In what year was Galileo's daughter born?

4. Maria Celeste managed to keep informed of Galileo's trials with the help of which family member's brother?

5. How many cardinals would preside over Galileo's trial?

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