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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) Love.
(b) Humor.
(c) Warmth.
(d) Intellect.

2. How does Giovanni try to get rid of his fever?
(a) By listening to his favorite songs.
(b) By walking through the streets of Padua.
(c) By doing press ups.
(d) By visiting the university library.

3. What does Rappaccini place around his mouth while he is in the garden?
(a) His hand.
(b) Duct tape.
(c) A gum shield.
(d) A mask.

4. What part of Italy is Giovanni from?
(a) Sardinia.
(b) Florence.
(c) Capri.
(d) Naples.

5. What does the author say is a madness to Giovanni?
(a) Rappaccini's deep intelligence.
(b) Beatrice's rich beauty.
(c) The garden's rich beauty.
(d) Beatrice's rich voice.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the strange plants doing to each other as they bask in the sun?

2. What does the author compare Beatrice's voice to when she accepts the bouquet?

3. Who passes Baglioni and Giovanni as they talk?

4. What biblical character does Giovanni compare Rappaccini to?

5. What famous garden does Giovanni compare Rappaccini's garden to?

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