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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. Why does Emilia feel it is best to get dressed and make an appearance?
(a) To challenge Eleanora.
(b) To challenge Isabella.
(c) To challenge Ricardo.
(d) To challenge Alfonso.

2. What does Alfonso tell Lucrezia is always resolved to his satisfaction?
(a) Everything.
(b) Matters of fashion.
(c) Nothing.
(d) Gardening matters.

3. What river does Lucrezia travel along to get to the fortress in Part I?
(a) Po.
(b) Tiber.
(c) Mississippi.
(d) Elba.

4. What does Lucrezia ride away from the delizia in Part III?
(a) Her tiger.
(b) Her long-maned mare.
(c) Her stallion.
(d) Her mule.

5. What does Alfonso say to his servant on their first night together that Lucrezia is surprised to hear?
(a) Mind.
(b) Never.
(c) Please.
(d) Thank you.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is Lucrezia's wedding dress?

2. Who is Lucrezia's father?

3. Which cousin does Lucrezia suggest to her father might marry Alfonso in her place?

4. What are the ceilings at the delizia decorated with?

5. What does the Duke promise Lucrezia he will have done for her in Part II?

(see the answer key)

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