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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, "Glass Warfare".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Giampaolo say he's good at when it comes to glassblowing?
(a) He's at his best when he's teaching his sons.
(b) He's always been a technical master.
(c) He's a good soloist.
(d) He's a good director.

2. What does Count Marcello insist Venetians never do?
(a) Walk to work.
(b) Sit on St. Mark's square.
(c) Tell the truth.
(d) Lie.

3. How many major versions of the Fenice does Peter say there have been in 200 years?
(a) Four.
(b) Five.
(c) Eight.
(d) Six.

4. Who does the narrator say gets up before dawn outside his window?
(a) The rats.
(b) The gondolier.
(c) The fruit and vegetable dealer.
(d) The butcher.

5. What is Contessa Marcello's main, immediate concern when she hears about the fire?
(a) Whether the Prime Minister's wife will be coming to the ball.
(b) The safety of her family.
(c) The safety of her possessions.
(d) The inappropriateness of the ball.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who do the townspeople talking at Haig's Bar believe is responsible for the fire?

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

4. Why does Count Volpi say the Venetians vilify his father?

5. What does Dr. Scattolin say will happen to the healthy pigeons?

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