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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Problema Del Mezzogiorno, Sicily and the Mafia, Fornovo and After, The Perennial Baroque and Conclusion.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Italians, like many other people, must one day realize what about life?
(a) It in the control of each individual.
(b) It is too short.
(c) It is filled with joy and love.
(d) It is pitiless and ugly with a constant struggle between hypocrisy and sincerity.

2. The culture and qualities of the Italian people are ______________ on this island.
(a) Magnified.
(b) Non-existent.
(c) Diminished.
(d) The same.

3. The first purpose of show is what?
(a) To have fun.
(b) To entertain.
(c) To make a living.
(d) To make life acceptable.

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

5. What do Sicilians prefer to call the Mafia?
(a) Pauroso societa.
(b) Cattivo societa.
(c) Forte societa.
(d) Onorata societa.

Short Answer Questions

1. Within the family, the males reign supreme and Italian men are noted for what?

2. The people of this island are extremely ________________.

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

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

5. In exchange for protection by the Mafia, what happens to people?

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