The Italian - Chapter 1 Quiz

What is Vivaldi's mother's attitude towards him?

Question Answer Choices Purely maternal love Focused on his being the descendant of two illustrious families Disappointment in his choices Indifference

Where does Vincentio di Vivaldi first encounter Ellena Rosalba?

Question Answer Choices At the Corso in Naples At the Villa Altieri At his father's palace At the church of San Lorenzo in Naples

What is the name of the house where Ellena lives?

Question Answer Choices Casa Bianca San Lorenzo Villa Altieri Palazzo Vivaldi

What does Vivaldi do when the older woman stumbles on the last steps of the Terrazzo?

Question Answer Choices Hurries to help her Asks Ellena to assist her Ignores her and walks away Calls for help

What does Vivaldi suggest to Bonarmo after their serenade?

Question Answer Choices To visit the church To leave immediately To explore the area near the arch To talk to Ellena

What does Ellena do to support her aunt?

Question Answer Choices Paints portraits Sews clothes Embroiders silks Teaches music

Who accompanies Ellena Rosalba when Vincentio di Vivaldi first sees her?

Question Answer Choices Her father A nun A young man An elderly woman

Who does Vivaldi tell about his love for Ellena?

Question Answer Choices A monk His mother His friend Bonarmo His father

What is Vivaldi's father's attitude towards his rank and power?

Question Answer Choices Indifference to his rank and power Pride of birth mingled with the pride of a principled mind Desire for more power and wealth Disgust for the responsibilities of his rank

What does the mysterious monk warn Vivaldi about?

Question Answer Choices That Ellena is in danger That his family is in trouble That he should leave Naples That his steps are being watched