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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. How does Tomaso react to news of Plautilla's pregnancy?
(a) He says Alessandra will be next.
(b) He says he is proud.
(c) He says it is gross.
(d) He says it better be a boy.

2. In "Prologue," where does the nun die?
(a) In church.
(b) In the convent.
(c) On the street.
(d) In a hotel.

3. Why does Alessandra struggle to paint in Chapter 4?
(a) She feels she lacks the knowledge.
(b) All her brushes are old.
(c) The painter insults her work.
(d) She doesn't have enough paint.

4. In Chapter 9, what does Tomaso see on Alessandra's gown?
(a) Dirt.
(b) A tear.
(c) Blood.
(d) Wine.

5. Who looks for a husband for Alessandra in Chapter 3?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her sister.
(c) Her mother.
(d) Herself.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sister Lucrezia want done with the nun's body in "Prologue"?

2. In Chapter 9, why is it rumored that the murdered bodies will be moved?

3. In Chapter 8, why does Alessandra stay up late?

4. Why does Alessandra's mother promise to stall the search for a husband?

5. In Chapter 3, how does Alessandra feel about marriage?

(see the answer key)

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