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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, "The Rat Man of Treviso".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the narrator say the Fenice had been reduced to upon seeing the front of the building?
(a) A fire pit.
(b) A mess.
(c) A lump of coal.
(d) A mask.

2. Why does Count Volpi say the Venetians vilify his father?
(a) Because he became wealthy through his hotel business.
(b) Because he never liked Venice.
(c) Because the Marghera now creates a lot of ecological problems.
(d) Because he had a mistress.

3. Which word does Alvise Loredan notably use frequently in talking with the narrator and the Lauritzens?
(a) "Important."
(b) "Paradox."
(c) "Noble."
(d) "Grandiose."

4. What kind of uniform is Capitano Mario Moro wearing the second time the narrator sees him?
(a) A soldier's uniform.
(b) A gondolier's uniform.
(c) A carabiniere's uniform.
(d) A fireman's uniform.

5. Why does the narrator say he's come to Venice in February?
(a) The weather is perfect at this time of year.
(b) Venice looks best at this time of year.
(c) He happens to be doing research for a book.
(d) At this time of year, Venetians have Venice all to themselves.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the narrator notice about characters in novels and movies set in Venice?

2. Who does Count Marcello believe is responsible for the fire?

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

4. In which quarter does the narrator take an apartment?

5. What do the Lauritzens do while talking that makes it difficult for the narrator to follow them?

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