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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV (Pages 222 - 285, Sisters of Alfonso II, Seen From a Distance).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of flowers does Lucrezia have on her wedding day?
(a) Geraniums.
(b) Lilies.
(c) Daisies.
(d) Roses.

2. What does Elisabetta ask to call Lucrezia?
(a) Lou.
(b) Lucy.
(c) Lou-Lou.
(d) Lucre.

3. What can Lucrezia not stop herself from doing when Alfonso chides her during the storm?
(a) Collapsing.
(b) Eating.
(c) Smirking.
(d) Yelling.

4. What does the Duke promise Lucrezia he will have done for her in Part II?
(a) Her favorite foods prepared once per month.
(b) Her nails painted.
(c) Her portrait painted.
(d) A palace built just for her.

5. What happens to the painter's apprentice in Part III?
(a) He dies.
(b) He has a seizure or fit.
(c) He eats all the food in the delizia.
(d) He steals money.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who often speaks for Jacopo?

2. What does Lucrezia think when she finds out the singers have been castrated at young ages?

3. What does Emilia urge Lucrezia to wear in Part IV?

4. Where does Nunciata tell Lucrezia Alfonso's mother currently is in Part III?

5. Why does Emilia feel it is best to get dressed and make an appearance?

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