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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. Even though individuals could easily practice their religion in their own towns, the lure of what was irresistible for many?
(a) Other Catholics.
(b) Well-spoken priests.
(c) The birthplace of Christ.
(d) The spectacle and majesty of visiting this holy city.

2. When do tourists demonstrate the kind of behavior mentioned in number 7?
(a) Upon crossing over the border into Italy.
(b) When leaving Italy.
(c) Upon arriving in Rome.
(d) When deciding to travel to Italy.

3. Possibly nowhere else on earth can these things be found and indulged in with such ____________.
(a) Abandon.
(b) Anxiety.
(c) Fear.
(d) Focus.

4. What causes these visitors to make the decision from number 21?
(a) The locals were very rude.
(b) They enjoy being in their native countries.
(c) It is warm in Italy.
(d) They fall under the country's irresistible spell.

5. What decision do some visitors make according to this chapter?
(a) To never return to Italy.
(b) To stay permanently.
(c) To encourage others to stay away from Italy.
(d) To visit during the winter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Amidst all this spectacle and beauty, however, live the Italians, viewed by many as what?

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

3. In the 1960s, how many people visited Italy?

4. How do visitors attempt to speak?

5. Whose knowledge of Italy's geography and culture is deep?

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