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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 1-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Beatrice say the plant will reward her with?
(a) Its radiance.
(b) Its perfumed breath.
(c) Its soft touch.
(d) Its tasty sap.

2. What does Giovanni think Rappaccini looks like he has never expressed?
(a) His deepest hated.
(b) His inner feelings.
(c) Warmth of heart.
(d) Sexual desire.

3. What does Rappiccini avoid doing when he is among his plants?
(a) Raising his voice.
(b) Standing still.
(c) Looking at them.
(d) Touching them.

4. What does Giovanni bring to Baglioni?
(a) A university scroll.
(b) A letter of introduction.
(c) A tape of introduction.
(d) An essay on plants.

5. Which of the following words does the author use to describe Giovanni's apartment?
(a) Desolate.
(b) Dingy.
(c) L-shaped.
(d) Warm.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of Italy is Giovanni from?

2. What does the author say Rappaccini's voice sounds like it is affected by?

3. What plant does Rappaccini put in Beatrice's charge?

4. As far as which city does Lisabetta say Rappaccini is known?

5. What is wrong with the fountain?

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