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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Illusion and Cagliostro, The Other Face of the Coin, Cola di Rienzo or the Obsession of Antiquity, and Mussolini or the Limitations of Showmanship.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Artists of all types also flock to Italy for what reason?
(a) To find inspiration and lifestyles that will suit their tastes.
(b) To buy supplies.
(c) To steal art work.
(d) To study with the best teachers.

2. Most visitors engage in ________________ activities.
(a) Different.
(b) The same.
(c) Varying.
(d) Odd.

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

4. Italians believe that newborn babies are surrounded by what?
(a) Angels.
(b) Demons.
(c) Bad and powerful genii.
(d) The devil.

5. The core of Italian belief is that life is what?
(a) Strange.
(b) Beautiful.
(c) Predictable.
(d) Catastrophic.

Short Answer Questions

1. Italians believe that the effects of life _______________ be eliminated.

2. Upon arrival, what were nearly impossible to find?

3. Does this magnificent place serve the purpose for which it was originally intended?

4. What is the biggest case of illusion?

5. Although almost everyone recognizes these minor deceptions for what they are, they are considered what?

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