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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: Chapter 4, 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is escorting Ellena di Rosalba in Chapter 1?
(a) Her uncle.
(b) Signora Bianchi.
(c) Her brother.
(d) The Friar.

2. What unforgivable sin is Ellena accused of in Chapter 6?
(a) Seeking a clandestine union with Vivaldi.
(b) Being a witch.
(c) Blasphemy against the church.
(d) Murder of several people.

3. What does the friar offer to send the travelers?
(a) A religious relic.
(b) A newspaper.
(c) A satchel of money.
(d) An extraordinary confession.

4. Where does Ellena decide to board for sanctuary?
(a) Vivaldi's home.
(b) The Tuscan wine region.
(c) The Sicilian coast.
(d) The convent of Santa Maria della Pieta.

5. What amazes the English travelers in the Introduction?
(a) The Italian language.
(b) The fettuccini alfredo.
(c) The portico of Santa Maria del Pianto.
(d) The Italian countryside.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Vivaldi question pursuing Ellena?

2. What is the warning Vivaldi receives upon returning to the villa in Chapter 3?

3. Where does Vivaldi visit upon returning home in Chapter 4?

4. After talking to Beatrice, what does Vivaldi not want her to mention to Ellena?

5. Why is Vivaldi's mother displeased with her son when she returns to her apartment?

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