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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, "Slow Burn".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the narrator say sells Signor Seguso's glass creations as a way of demonstrating his renown?
(a) Saks Fifth Avenue.
(b) Bergdorf Goodman.
(c) Tiffany.
(d) Bloomingdale's.

2. Who is at the top of the prosecutor's list of possible defendants regarding the Fenice fire?
(a) The Fenice's general manager.
(b) The mayor.
(c) The director of the restoration work at the Fenice.
(d) The Prime Minister.

3. Why does the narrator ask about the screens on the window?
(a) He'd like to have better access to the fresh air.
(b) He thinks the meshing is too fine to be effective.
(c) He feels claustrophobic with screens on the windows.
(d) He's surprised that mosquitoes can fly right through.

4. What are Signor and Signora Seguso doing when they notice the fire?
(a) Watching television.
(b) Reading the newspaper.
(c) Getting ready for bed.
(d) Sitting down to dinner.

5. What is Signor Seguso's nickname?
(a) "Fire Magician."
(b) "The Glassmaker."
(c) "Wizard of Fire."
(d) "Maestro."

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Count say would have to happen for him to let go of his anger?

2. Which of Signor Seguso's hands is "permanently cupped"?

3. Which paper does the narrator mention that reports on the many suspicious coincidences surrounding the Fenice fire?

4. Who does Rose recall living next to in Venice?

5. What does the narrator say the Fenice had been reduced to upon seeing the front of the building?

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