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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part III (Pages 162 - 221, A Curving Meander of the River - With Her Head Held High).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who often speaks for Jacopo?
(a) Henry.
(b) Bastino.
(c) Maurizio.
(d) Michaelangelo.

2. What does Lucrezia's maid say in Part II that instantly makes her feel better?
(a) She uses the word "for."
(b) She uses the word "baby."
(c) She tells Lucrezia her mother is on her way to help.
(d) She uses the word "we" when asking what they should do to help Lucrezia.

3. What is Lucrezia's mother's nickname?
(a) La Fecundissima.
(b) La Bellissima.
(c) La Romana.
(d) La Helena.

4. What kind of jewel does Alfonso send to Lucrezia?
(a) Ruby.
(b) Garnet.
(c) Emerald.
(d) Sapphire.

5. What does Sofia do to try to delay Lucrezia's marriage?
(a) Feign that she can not read.
(b) Lie about her not having started to menstruate yet.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Cut off her finger.

Short Answer Questions

1. What story does Lucrezia like to hear repeatedly from her parents as a child?

2. What can Lucrezia understand that it seems no one else in her family can?

3. Who is the Duke's right-hand person?

4. What does Lucrezia end up being very talented at?

5. How long does Sofia delay Lucrezia's wedding for?

(see the answer key)

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