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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. What was the name of the town where the friend lived?
(a) Acquasparta.
(b) Arno.
(c) Arcetri.
(d) Rome.

2. It was intended that the girl stay in the convent until her parents could find:
(a) Money for college.
(b) A husband.
(c) A place to live.
(d) An adoptive family.

3. What is the name of the order at the convent?
(a) Convent of St. Lucia.
(b) Rule of the Holy Ghost.
(c) Order of the Virgin Mary.
(d) Rule of Saint Clare.

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

5. What was the surname of Galileo's lover and mother to his children?
(a) Gamba.
(b) Medici.
(c) Giabruzzi.
(d) Benedict.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which type of clock was invented by Galileo and another person?

2. What was the name of Galileo's brother?

3. The author speaks at length of the war, which involved which country?

4. Who would have the final say on the approval of the book?

5. When Galileo arrived in Rome, he was lodged at which of the following?

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