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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15, "Open House".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the panel of experts come to its initial conclusion that the Fenice fire was not caused by arson?
(a) It appears that the beams in the lobby on the third level burned slowly.
(b) The construction site was so orderly and well-secured that no one could have gotten in.
(c) Witnesses had come forward that had stated that they saw the fire start slowly.
(d) There was no motive for arson.

2. What does Signor Seguso say his object is when he meets the narrator?
(a) "Perfect."
(b) "Dusk."
(c) "Unfinished."
(d) "Dawn."

3. Where did the quote on Stefani's gravestone come from?
(a) Stefani wrote it himself.
(b) Nicola wrote it.
(c) Gardin wrote it.
(d) The Ateneo Veneto wrote it.

4. 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.

5. Who did the catering at the Palazzo Barbaro's private parties, according to Ralph?
(a) Julia Child.
(b) Jim Sherwood.
(c) Wolfgang Puck.
(d) Jacques Pépin.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does De Luigi tell the narrator they're going to do at the end of Chapter 11?

2. Which difference between Venetian Heritage and Save Venice does the narrator point out in Chapter 15?

3. Who else served a term at the prison Marchetti is sent to?

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

5. Besides plants, what else does the Plant Man sell?

(see the answer key)

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