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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. Who is Guiseppe Balsamo?
(a) One of the most famous Italian teachers.
(b) A famous artist.
(c) A famous author.
(d) One of the most famous charlatans of all time.

2. What did this city add to the building facades?
(a) Paint.
(b) Flags.
(c) Cardboard.
(d) Marble.

3. The first of the evil spirits is what?
(a) Poverty.
(b) Lust.
(c) Shame.
(d) Pain.

4. Who is another famous Florentine known for ruthless behavior and politics?
(a) Niccolo Machiavelli.
(b) Giacomo Casanova.
(c) Baldassra Castiglione.
(d) Cola di Rienzo.

5. What has drawn these people to Italy?
(a) The freedom.
(b) The inviting climate and riches.
(c) The inviting locals.
(d) The available housing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Is this influx of people in Italy new?

2. What did this man write?

3. What are these spirits destined to do?

4. Balsamo was what?

5. The first purpose of show is what?

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