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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2: Chapters 26-34.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 23, what does Savonarola say God told him?
(a) To lead the people in a revolution.
(b) That he must collect taxes.
(c) That he should lead Italy.
(d) To remove sin from Florence.

2. Why does Savonarola visit the convents in Chapter 28?
(a) To meet the nuns.
(b) To remove sinners.
(c) To find a staff.
(d) To hunt down traitors.

3. How old is Cristoforo when Alessandra agrees to marry him?
(a) 50s.
(b) 30s.
(c) 40s.
(d) 20s.

4. Why does Alessandra send her mother away in Chapter 25?
(a) She is angry with her.
(b) Cristoforo is coming home soon.
(c) She isn't feeling well.
(d) She dislikes the gift.

5. In Chapter 28, what does Cristoforo give to Alessandra?
(a) A studio.
(b) A large sum of money.
(c) A new dress.
(d) A set of paints.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long after Plautilla's wedding does she announce that she is pregnant?

2. After discussing Plautilla's pregnancy in Chapter 7, what does Tomaso change the subject to?

3. What does Alessandra like most about Cristoforo's copy of Divine Comedy?

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

5. Why does Cristoforo want to marry Alessandra?

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