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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Ricci was a missionary in 16th century China, whom did the Chinese people fear?

2. How did Ricci use the concept of "ly" into his music when he was a Chinese missionary in the 16th century?

3. What did Ignatius encourage the Jesuits to publish when they published their first books in the 16th century?

4. Which of these was NOT a typical gift that Ricci would give to the Chinese during his time as a missionary in the late 16th century?

5. What type of life was flourishing during the 16th century when Ricci was in China?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was happening to the commercial side of life at this time?

2. What did the second picture depict?

3. How was Ricci able to learn the Chinese language?

4. Where in the Memory Palace did Ricci place this last image?

5. According to "Chapter Six, The Third Image: Profit and Harvest", what was the third Chinese character that Ricci use and what did he do with it?

6. Who were Ricci's first converts in China?

7. Where did Ricci place this third image in the Memory Palace?

8. What did Ricci admire and appreciate in China?

9. What was Ricci's attitude toward Buddhism?

10. What was ironic about the death of Pope Paul IV in 1559?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

During the 16th century, the Jesuits began their active pursuit of learning and scholarship. From the curriculum in Ricci's seminary studies to the missions around the world, the Jesuits became known for their methods of education. Examine Ricci's own education and his pursuit of learning throughout his life. Determine whether his work in China furthered this quest for knowledge.

Essay Topic 2

The last chapter of the book relies on imagery to convey Ricci's last look at the Memory Palace. Discuss the way the author appeals to the five senses and the way the imagery develops the summation of Ricci's life.

Essay Topic 3

The Chinese practiced three major religions: Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism. In his efforts to Christianize the Chinese, Ricci uses the beliefs from these three religions to show the similarities to his Catholicism. Explain the basics of all four religions and discuss their similarities and differences to each other.

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