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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Three, in Rome.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In addition to regular financial aid, Galileo began to work as a ______ at the convent.
(a) Handyman.
(b) Gardener.
(c) Teacher.
(d) Philosopher.

2. What was the daughter's first name after she was taken into the convent and received her vows?
(a) Therese.
(b) Livia.
(c) Angelica.
(d) Maria.

3. What word is used to describe something that is opposite or against?
(a) Complementary.
(b) Chronically.
(c) Contrary.
(d) Ancillary.

4. In 1630, approximately _____ Florentines died from disease?
(a) 6000.
(b) 3000.
(c) 5000.
(d) 10000.

5. To which royal figure was the work dedicated?
(a) Viscount of Rome.
(b) Grand Duke.
(c) Second Baron.
(d) Crown Prince.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many copies of the book were published once it was approved?

2. What caused the delay in Galileo's trip to the Vatican?

3. What is the name of the order at the convent?

4. Galileo was eventually named head mathematician and philosopher to which of the following people?

5. According to the law, it was likely that many people in Galileo's occupation would be considered to be which of the following?

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