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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 7-10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Alessandra struggle to paint in Chapter 4?
(a) All her brushes are old.
(b) She doesn't have enough paint.
(c) The painter insults her work.
(d) She feels she lacks the knowledge.

2. In Chapter 3, what does Alessandra's mother warn her about her future husband?
(a) He may not be rich.
(b) He may be much older than she is.
(c) He may not like her being an artist.
(d) He may want to travel without her.

3. What does Alessandra fear when she sees the painter leave in the middle of night in Chapter 4?
(a) That he is running away.
(b) That he is in trouble.
(c) That he is a thief.
(d) That he is visiting prostitutes.

4. What does Alessandra want Erila to give the painter in Chapter 6?
(a) A brush.
(b) A mirror.
(c) A letter.
(d) A book.

5. How does Alessandra feel about the order of painting in Chapter 1?
(a) She becomes sad listening to the conversation.
(b) She wants her sister to leave her alone.
(c) She ignores the discussion.
(d) She insists on being first.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Alessandra feel about her father going on the trip with the painter in Chapter 1?

2. How long after Plautilla's wedding does she announce that she is pregnant?

3. What does Alessandra do when the painter won't speak to her in Chapter 5?

4. After discussing Plautilla's pregnancy in Chapter 7, what does Tomaso change the subject to?

5. Who tells Alessandra about the murder in the church?

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