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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 17 and 18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who built an aqueduct in the town of Saldae, Algeria in A.D. 148?
(a) Nonius Datus.
(b) Filippo Datus.
(c) Lorenzo Datus.
(d) Johan Datus.

2. Where was the dome designing contest being held?
(a) Venice, Italy.
(b) Florence, Italy.
(c) Rome, Italy.
(d) Milan, Italy.

3. Who ultimately built the wooden chain?
(a) Antonio.
(b) Lorenzo.
(c) Filippo.
(d) Johan.

4. How many colors of marble were ordered to cover the Santa Maria del Fiore?
(a) 4.
(b) 3.
(c) 5.
(d) 6.

5. What was the wooden chain at Santa Maria del Fiore made of?
(a) Mahogany.
(b) Oak.
(c) Pine.
(d) Walnut.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long did those participating in the dome designing contest have to complete their proposals?

2. Who were the two main characters in "On the Tranquility of the Soul"?

3. How much did Filippo make per month while working at Santa Maria del Fiore?

4. Who described the dome of Santa Maria del Fiore as being built "circle by circle"?

5. When did the city of Florence sign a truce with their enemy from 1424?

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