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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. Upon arrival, what were nearly impossible to find?

2. For what is Casanova noted?

3. Cardinal de Rohan of France believed that Cagliostro could do what?

4. The people are even more aware of this when they know they are being observed?

5. How do visitors attempt to speak?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is a major reason for Italian travel?

2. What did author Henry James say regarding the pleasure of Italy?

3. How important are nonverbal gestures?

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

5. What about Italian life draws visitors?

6. How do the Italians feel about work?

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

8. How do you feel about the deception of the Italian people?

9. What is the second evil spirit? Describe it.

10. For what is Baldassar Castiglione known?

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

One of the most prominent proponents of illusion is Baldassar Castiglione.

Part 1) Who was Baldassar Castiglione? How did he promote illusion?

Part 2) Why did he promote illusion? Why is deception important to Italians at this time? Why is it important today?

Part 3) How do you feel about this illusion and deception? Why do you feel this way?

Essay Topic 3

Benito Mussolini was head of the Fascist party.

Part 1) Describe Mussolini's life. How is he an example of Italian showmanship gone wrong?

Part 2) Was Mussolini ultimately a success or failure? Why?

Part 3) What was important to Mussolini and others like him? Why was this important? What does this reinforce regarding Italian life?

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