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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 50-62 (Gevurah 50-62).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Casaubon eventually choose to hide, in Chapter 1?
(a) In a periscope.
(b) Under a bench.
(c) In an empty vehicle.
(d) Behind a large, decorative plant.

2. What word does Casaubon finally use to unlock Belbo's computer?
(a) "IAVEH."
(b) "No."
(c) "YHWH."
(d) "Lorenza."

3. What is the name of Casaubon's Milanese neighbor?
(a) Salon.
(b) Aglie.
(c) Lorenza.
(d) Comte.

4. Why does Casaubon have difficulty researching the group that interests him, in Chapter 27?
(a) Everyone believes the group exists, but no one will admit that they are a member.
(b) He has alienated himself from his contacts who are also interested in esoteric lore.
(c) The Church denies the existence of the group.
(d) There is no written evidence of the group's existence.

5. Aglie agrees to act as a consultant for Belbo and Casaubon free of charge, on what condition?
(a) Casaubon and Belbo stop their work on the Plan.
(b) They tell no one that he is working for them.
(c) Casaubon helps him with some research.
(d) The manuscripts they send him aren't boring.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was NOT one of the charges brought against the Knights Templar when they were arrested?

2. On his way to the ceremony, Casaubon observes members of what group of people?

3. What happened to the political radicals in Milan, while Casaubon was away?

4. What are the origins of the religious ceremonies that exist where Casaubon is living?

5. Lorenza claims, in Chapter 49, that Aglie gave her what item?

(see the answer key)

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