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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 15 -20.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Giovanni say he wants to pick a flower from the purple plant?
(a) To give to Beatrice.
(b) As a memorial to their meeting.
(c) To contaminate himself with the poison.
(d) To press to his breast.

2. What does Giovanni see Beatrice do when she sees the purple plant?
(a) Hold her hand to her bossom.
(b) Fall to her need.
(c) Sigh deeply.
(d) Wipe sweat from her brow.

3. What word does the author use to describe Giovanni's southern temperament?
(a) Ardent.
(b) Foolish.
(c) Stubborn.
(d) Cool.

4. What stones does it feel like are sparkling among the bubbles of the fountain?
(a) Gems and marbles.
(b) Diamonds and rubies.
(c) Crystals and gems.
(d) Rubies and marbles.

5. What does Baglioni say Rappaccini's look was as deep as?
(a) Jesus.
(b) Nature.
(c) Life.
(d) Love.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Baglioni tell Giovanni he grew up side by side with?

2. Who passes Baglioni and Giovanni as they talk?

3. How does Baglioni know Giovanni?

4. Who does Giovanni say has pale intelligence in this section?

5. What does the author say recollection of former scenes with Beatrice has makes him do?

(see the answer key)

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