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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Realism and Guicciardini, The Pursuit of Life, The Power of the Family and How to Succeed.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When might a family extend into extreme behavior?
(a) If the government is weakened.
(b) If circumstances warrant.
(c) If they are wealthy.
(d) Never.

2. What is the main source of power for all Italians?
(a) Wealth.
(b) Friends.
(c) The family.
(d) The government.

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

4. The third evil spirit is what?
(a) Hunger.
(b) Shame.
(c) Injustice.
(d) Lust.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Guicciardini became a lawyer and went into what service in 1515?

2. What causes these visitors to make the decision from number 21?

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

4. Some of the visitors are more ______________ than the residents.

5. With what is the magnificent structure mentioned in number 77 filled?

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