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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Five, At Siena.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Galileo began a new book, the idea for which had been ruminating for nearly ____ years.
(a) 10.
(b) 30.
(c) 25.
(d) 15.

2. Which of the following was the main carrier of disease at this time?
(a) Rat.
(b) Flea.
(c) Mosquito.
(d) Dog.

3. What is it called when someone discredits or speaks out against the church?
(a) Apostasy.
(b) Blasphemy.
(c) Sacreligious.
(d) Heresy.

4. In what year was Galileo first told to desist on his astronomical work?
(a) 1610.
(b) 1623.
(c) 1620.
(d) 1615.

5. What was the name of Galileo's contact within the Vatican?
(a) Bacelli.
(b) Tringali.
(c) Riccardi.
(d) Verardi.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was the man killed?

2. What was the major complaint and source of illness at the convent?

3. The book would show observations and theories that went directly against the teachings of which famous man?

4. What was the first name of Galileo's father?

5. In addition to regular financial aid, Galileo began to work as a ______ at the convent.

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