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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, "For a Couple of Bucks".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many major versions of the Fenice does Peter say there have been in 200 years?
(a) Six.
(b) Eight.
(c) Four.
(d) Five.

2. Who enters into a P.R. war with Luciano Pavarotti over the benefit concert for the rebuilding of the Fenice?
(a) Plácido Domingo.
(b) Franco Corelli.
(c) José Carreras.
(d) Woody Allen.

3. What kind of bird attacks the pigeon while the narrator is talking to Ludovico De Luigi at the beginning of Chapter 10?
(a) A pelican.
(b) An albatross.
(c) A parrot.
(d) A seagull.

4. Why does the narrator say he's come to Venice in February?
(a) At this time of year, Venetians have Venice all to themselves.
(b) The weather is perfect at this time of year.
(c) Venice looks best at this time of year.
(d) He happens to be doing research for a book.

5. What does Loredan say the squalid pigeons are the symbolic heroes of?
(a) The world of tourists.
(b) Democracy.
(c) The common man.
(d) Hard workers.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the main focus of Count Marcello's private library?

2. Where is Peter from originally?

3. What does the narrator say the Fenice had been reduced to upon seeing the front of the building?

4. Who does Donadon claim to be old friends with?

5. What does the narrator say is the most prominent feature of Felice Casson's face?

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