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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. The second evil spirit is what?

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

4. Who was this city trying to deceive?

5. To what kind of music do visitors listen?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is the element of make believe important?

2. How was travel to Italy in ancient times?

3. What do you find to be a important feature of Italy?

4. What is the first of the evil spirits? Describe it.

5. What is the first purpose of having life be like a show?

6. In what activities to visitors take part?

7. Why do many visitors return often or stay permanently?

8. What is the third evil spirit? Describe it.

9. Why is it believed that both Casanova and Cagliostro can be found in every Italian man?

10. What is a part of Italy's charm? Explain this aspect.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Battle of Fornovo was very humiliating.

Part 1) What is the Battle of Fornovo? Why was it humiliating?

Part 2) How did the outcome of this battle affect Italians and their culture?

Part 3) How do the results of this battle still affect Italians today?

Essay Topic 2

The Italians believe in shutting their mouths and minding their own business.

Part 1) Why do they believe this is the best defense? Do you agree? Why or why not?

Part 2) Who is perfect example of this philosophy? How?

Part 3) What are your thoughts about this character's behavior? How does he compare to other famous Italians mentioned in this book? How does he compare to famous Americans? What might Italians think of him? What might Americans think of him? Why?

Essay Topic 3

Millions of visitors come to Italy every year.

Part 1) From where do they come? Why do they come? What makes Italy special?

Part 2) Why do these visitors often return or stay permanently in Italy?

Part 3) Would you want to visit or live in Italy? Why or why not?

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