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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 6-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Baglioni say Rappaccini look lacked?
(a) Humor.
(b) Warmth.
(c) Intellect.
(d) Love.

2. What does the author say Rappaccini's voice sounds like it is affected by?
(a) Inward disease.
(b) A difficult life.
(c) Approaching death.
(d) Love sickness.

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

4. What does Giovanni buy on the way home?
(a) A postcard.
(b) A pair of shoes.
(c) A ring.
(d) A bouquet of flowers.

5. What word does the author use to describe Lisabetta's face?
(a) Withered.
(b) Puckered.
(c) Prunish.
(d) Smooth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kills the lizard?

2. What is Giovanni beneath as he stands just inside Rappaccini's garden?

3. What is the name of Giovanni's landlady?

4. What does Beatrice call the plant's breath?

5. Why is Giovanni suspicious of Lisabetta?

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