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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 1-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Giovanni think has an immortal spirit?
(a) Beatrice.
(b) The purple flower.
(c) His apartment.
(d) The fountain.

2. As far as which city does Lisabetta say Rappaccini is known?
(a) Florence.
(b) Napoli.
(c) Milan.
(d) Padua.

3. What does the author say Rappaccini defends his hands with?
(a) Rubber gloves.
(b) Latex gloves.
(c) Thick gloves.
(d) A force field.

4. What does Rappaccini think all medicinal virtues are comprised with?
(a) Fruit poisons.
(b) Vegetable poisons.
(c) Botanic poisons.
(d) Pollen poisons.

5. Which of the following words does the author use to describe Rappaccini?
(a) Constipated.
(b) Desperate.
(c) Sallow.
(d) Floppy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Giovanni's landlady?

2. What does Rappaccini place around his mouth while he is in the garden?

3. What does Beatrice say the plant will reward her with?

4. What kind of wine do Giovanni and the professor drink?

5. What famous garden does Giovanni compare Rappaccini's garden to?

(see the answer key)

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