The Italian - Chapter 8 Quiz

Who informs Ellena about the nun named Olivia?

Question Answer Choices Another nun The Marchesa di Vivaldi Margaritone The abbess

How many days after Ellena's arrival at the monastery is she permitted to leave her room?

Question Answer Choices Two days Four days Seven days Five days

Who has chosen the man that the abbess wants Ellena to marry?

Question Answer Choices The Marchesa di Vivaldi Ellena's father Olivia The abbess herself

What does Olivia bring to Ellena as small favors?

Question Answer Choices Clothes and jewelry Books and refreshments Flowers and letters Candles and incense

Where does Olivia invite Ellena for a walk?

Question Answer Choices The village square The convent garden The monastery courtyard The abbess's parlor

What scenic location does Olivia allow Ellena to visit?

Question Answer Choices The courtyard The chapel The turret The garden

What ultimatum does the abbess give Ellena in Volume 1, Chapter 8 of 'The Italian'?

Question Answer Choices She must become a nun or marry the man chosen for her. She must confess to a crime she did not commit or be exiled. She must renounce her faith or be locked in a cell. She must leave the monastery immediately or face imprisonment.

Where does the abbess summon Ellena to issue the ultimatum?

Question Answer Choices The dining hall The chapel The garden Her parlor

What does the abbess mock Ellena for?

Question Answer Choices Her appearance Her faith Her heroics Her intelligence

What does Olivia maintain is acceptable in Ellena's situation?

Question Answer Choices Silence Compliance Deceit Escape