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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Peaceful Invasion, The Eternal Pilgrimage, The Fatal Charm of Italy and The Importance of Spectacle.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Amidst all this spectacle and beauty, however, live the Italians, viewed by many as what?
(a) Beautiful and kind.
(b) Honest and straightforward.
(c) Deceitful, poor and dirty.
(d) Wealthy and powerful.

2. Whose knowledge of Italy's geography and culture is deep?
(a) The politicians.
(b) The locals.
(c) The visitors.
(d) The teachers.

3. Italy was on the route of the crusaders on their way to where?
(a) Turkey.
(b) The United States.
(c) The Holy Land.
(d) France.

4. What does the author admit about most Italian girls and young women?
(a) They are uncontrollable.
(b) They are loud and rude.
(c) They are scary.
(d) They are disturbingly beautiful.

5. What kind of behavior do tourists demonstrate?
(a) Lazy.
(b) Bored.
(c) Cheerful.
(d) Slightly frenzied.

Short Answer Questions

1. Through the Middle Ages, who was drawn to Italy?

2. Even though individuals could easily practice their religion in their own towns, the lure of what was irresistible for many?

3. Italy is still a draw for those wishing to do what?

4. How do female visitors feel about Italian males?

5. For most males, what activity is primary?

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