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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. By this time Mrs. Niccolini had earned the title of __________.
2. Galileo would be allowed to go home if he agreed to do what to the Dialogue?
3. Where did this person go?
4. How was Cardinal Barberini related to Pope Urban?
5. Galileo was sent back to Arcetri because his living situation was too pleasant in which city?
Short Essay Questions
1. The sisters at San Matteo continued to pray for Galileo. What was the reaction at the convent when it was learned Galileo would soon be back in Arcetri?
2. How long did Galileo have to stay in Rome before he was granted an audience at the Holy Office?
3. Detail at least one of Galileo's bouts with depression. How did Maria Celeste try to combat the depression?
4. What was the outcome of the efforts made by Galileo and others?
5. Describe at least one of the requirements Galileo had to fulfill in order to return to Arcetri.
6. What was the plea sent from Niccolini to the Poe on behalf of Galileo?
7. In Part Four, Galileo had to return to Rome to be tried for his crimes against the Church. Explain who was on Galileo's side to support him.
8. 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?
9. After the trial, Galileo was released into the custody of a high ranking church official. Who was the official and where did Galileo go with that official?
10. What was Galileo's hope regarding the outcome of the trial. Did Galileo's wish come true?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
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 2
Galileo's Dialogues are often referred to as a journal of sorts. The dialogues contain some fiction along with science and an accounting of Galileo's activities. Write a synopsis of the Dialogues. Include references to famous people of the day.
Essay Topic 3
Describe in detail the life of the nuns at San Matteo. How does the convent compare with today's convents? Is the order still in existence? If so, where? What influence did Maria Celeste have on the convent? Compare and contrast the views and experiences of the sisters.
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