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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Pages 51 - 100).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Piranesi notice about the yellow leaf he sees on the waters in Part I?
(a) Its surface repells water, like something that is meant to stay in the air.
(b) It is decayed.
(c) It has been eaten by a creature already.
(d) It tastes sweet.

2. What does Piranesi often take particular note of about his meetings with the Other in his journals?
(a) The state of the Other's teeth.
(b) The Other's breathing patterns.
(c) The Other's suits and clothes.
(d) The Other's accent.

3. Why does the Other say the House does not affect him in the same way it affects Piranesi?
(a) The Other leaves the House often.
(b) The Other has taken certain precautions against it.
(c) The Other has been immunized with medication against the House's influence.
(d) The Other is just smarter than Piranesi.

4. What do the windows of the House look out upon?
(a) The desert.
(b) Great Courtyards.
(c) The sea.
(d) The forest.

5. What kind of bird comes to the South-Western Halls in Part I?
(a) An eagle.
(b) An albatross.
(c) A sparrow.
(d) A crow.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which season is challenging for Piranesi?

2. What does the visitor in Part II tell Piranesi about the Great and Secret Knowledge?

3. What task takes up much of Piranesi's time?

4. Who does Piranesi meet in Part II by the Western Doors?

5. What is the Other on a quest after?

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