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

2. Who comes to take care of Lucrezia at the fortezza in Part II?
(a) Sofia.
(b) Eleanora.
(c) Cosimo.
(d) Emilia.

3. Who rides with Lucrezia on the horse on the way to her destination after the wedding?
(a) Helena.
(b) Emilia.
(c) Eleanora.
(d) Isabella.

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

5. What is asked of Lucrezia at the delizia?
(a) Gardening.
(b) War counsel.
(c) Cooking.
(d) Nothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. What creatures does Eleanora keep in the name of fashion?

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

3. What does Lucrezia do during the storm in Part III?

4. What nickname does Lucrezia's father call her?

5. What does Lucrezia do to the tiger that gets her in trouble?

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