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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 7-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Alessandra want Erila to give the painter in Chapter 6?
(a) A mirror.
(b) A brush.
(c) A letter.
(d) A book.

2. What does Alessandra see of the painter's in the chapel in Chapter 8?
(a) A new set of paints.
(b) Some of his drawings.
(c) A woman friend.
(d) A bible.

3. How does Alessandra feel about the order of painting in Chapter 1?
(a) She becomes sad listening to the conversation.
(b) She wants her sister to leave her alone.
(c) She ignores the discussion.
(d) She insists on being first.

4. In what century does "The Birth of Venus" take place?
(a) 12th century.
(b) 13th century.
(c) 14th century.
(d) 15th century.

5. In "Prologue," why does Mother Superior want to go against Sister Lucrezia's wishes?
(a) Because she dislikes Sister Lucrezia.
(b) Because Sister Lucrezia's wishes are too expensive.
(c) To show her power in the church.
(d) To prove the plague didn't come from the convent.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Alessandra see the painter leave her house at night in Chapter 4?

2. In Chapter 1, when does Sister Lucrezia's story begin?

3. Why does Alessandra want medicine in Chapter 9?

4. In "Prologue," where is the plague outbreak?

5. In Chapter 3, what does Alessandra's mother warn her about her future husband?

(see the answer key)

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