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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Galileo's trial and exile left him feeling like which of the following?
2. In what month did Niccolini petition the Pope once more?
3. Maria Celeste was plagued with which malady?
4. What was the name of the doctor that cared for Maria Celeste?
5. Where did Galileo stay to recuperate after the trial?
Short Essay Questions
1. What was the plea sent from Niccolini to the Poe on behalf of Galileo?
2. What steps might have been taken by Pope Urban on behalf of Galileo? Why do you think Pope Urban chose not to take that step?
3. While Maria Celeste seemed to tell Galileo everything, she overlooked one important piece of news. What was the news?
4. Who issued the actual conviction in Galileo's case? What was the opinion of the Pope in this case?
5. Who was not present at the interview? Why?
6. Instead of informing Maria Celeste of all the happenings in Rome, Galileo spent his time doing other things. List at least one of the other things that occupied Galileo's time.
7. What was Maria Celeste's reaction to the interview at the Holy Office of the Inquisition?
8. Describe at least one of the things Galileo did to pass the time while staying in Siena.
9. How long did Galileo have to stay in Rome before he was granted an audience at the Holy Office?
10. Detail at least one of Galileo's bouts with depression. How did Maria Celeste try to combat the depression?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Examine the story behind the long awaited book by Galileo, "The Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief World Systems." What were the Two Chief World Systems? What inspired the work? When was it written? How long did it take Galileo to research, compile and arrange the information in the book? Was the book objective or subjective? How was the book received by the public?
Essay Topic 2
Galileo was charged with blasphemy and heresy. What is the definition of each? Do both apply to Galileo? Who decides if someone is guilty of either or both? What is the punishment? Is the punishment set forth by the government or Church? Give examples of how Galileo allegedly committed either or both of the crimes. List the specific reason cited in the trial, proof, and outcome.
Essay Topic 3
There is a great deal written about Copernicus in the book. Who was Copernicus? Why was Galileo fascinated by him? What discoveries did Copernicus make? How do Galileo and Copernicus compare in regards to their scientific works? Write a 750 word biography on Copernicus.
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