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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the autumn of 1633, Galileo began to experience the onset of which mental state?
(a) Dementia.
(b) Nirvana.
(c) Mania.
(d) Despondency.

2. What word is used to describe Galileo's trial?
(a) Biased.
(b) Intense.
(c) Laborious.
(d) Frivolous.

3. In this year, Maria Celeste was once again considered for which high level position at San Matteo?
(a) Prioress.
(b) Novitiate.
(c) Mother Superior.
(d) Mother Abbess.

4. Due to Galileo's poor health, Niccolini repeatedly petitioned the Pope, asking for _________.
(a) Revocation.
(b) Expediency.
(c) Mistrial.
(d) Continuation.

5. What is the name of the monastery that could have been used to contain Galileo after he left SIena?
(a) Dominica.
(b) San Matteo.
(c) Certosa.
(d) Sacred Heart.

Short Answer Questions

1. Galileo was ordered to cease which of the following?

2. It is erroneously reported that Galileo was tried in which year?

3. What was the nickname given to Father Christopher Scheiner?

4. In which century was the monastery built?

5. What word is used to indicate a joyous celebration?

Short Essay Questions

1. The sisters at San Matteo continued to pray for Galileo. What was the reaction at the convent when it was learned Galileo would soon be back in Arcetri?

2. Galileo began to work on a book involving the theories of motion. Discuss the concept for the book and its relationship to Aristotle's earlier teachings.

3. Who issued the actual conviction in Galileo's case? What was the opinion of the Pope in this case?

4. What was the outcome of the efforts made by Galileo and others?

5. Describe at least one of the things Galileo did to pass the time while staying in Siena.

6. What was the reason Pope Urban finally permitted Galileo to return to Arcetri?

7. Who was not present at the interview? Why?

8. What was one of the main concerns of Galileo and Maria Celeste while Galileo was in Rome?

9. Name one of the biggest and harshest stipulations set upon Galileo's return to Arcetri.

10. Detail at least one of Galileo's bouts with depression. How did Maria Celeste try to combat the depression?

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