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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Eight, The Fourth Image: The Fourth Picture.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Ricci's version of the story of the first picture "The Apostle in the Waves," to whom did he compare Jesus?
(a) To Chinese mystics in the temples.
(b) To Chinese farmers in the countryside.
(c) To Chinese sages in their tradition.
(d) To Chinese leaders in the government.

2. What did Ignatius encourage the Jesuits to publish when they published their first books in the 16th century?
(a) Only religious works.
(b) Writings of the Jesuits.
(c) Greek works.
(d) Latin works.

3. In Renaissance Italy, what city was a stop on a pilgrim route from Rome to Lareto?
(a) Venice.
(b) Macerata.
(c) Genoa.
(d) Tuscany.

4. When Ricci became a missionary in China during the 16th century, what was wrong with the science taught to the Chinese?
(a) It led to many disasters to the environment.
(b) It disregarded Western discoveries and advances.
(c) It lacked fundamental principles.
(d) It focused on outdated principles.

5. Where was Ricci born?
(a) In Peking, China.
(b) In Lisbon, Portugal.
(c) In Macerata, Italy.
(d) In Florence, Italy.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Ricci's version of the story of the first picture "The Apostle in the Waves," how did he depict Jesus?

2. According to "Chapter Seven, The Third Picture: The Men of Sodom", which of these is NOT one of the things that Ricci appreciated in China?

3. When they were in their missions during the 16th century, why did Ricci and Ruggieri often want money?

4. During the Renaissance, how did Ignatius Loyola want students to learn?

5. Why was Pope Paul IV unpopular during his reign in the 16th century?

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