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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, "For a Couple of Bucks".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Peter say the new structure of the Fenice will have to be made of?
(a) Brick.
(b) Wood.
(c) Steel.
(d) Concrete.

2. Which mask-making studio is well-respected, even among Venetians, according to the book?
(a) TragiComica.
(b) Mondonovo.
(c) Ca' Macana.
(d) Carta Alta.

3. What does the Plant Man like to ask people?
(a) "Do you need a plant?"
(b) "Have you got a house?"
(c) "What's your favorite flower?"
(d) "Where are you going?"

4. How many electricians were in the Fenice after the rest of the reconstruction staff had gone home?
(a) Seven.
(b) Eight.
(c) Six.
(d) Four.

5. What do the men trying to net the pigeons scatter for them?
(a) Rice.
(b) Bread crumbs.
(c) Cornmeal.
(d) Seeds.

Short Answer Questions

1. What rhythm does Count Marcello tell the narrator that Venice follows?

2. What is Gino Seguso's view of glassmaking?

3. How long did Daniel Curtis spend in jail before immigrating to Venice?

4. What word does Woody Allen use to describe the devastation at the Fenice?

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

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