The Italian - Schedoni and Themes Quiz

What is Vivaldi's reaction upon first encountering Ellena in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices He is repulsed by her appearance. He is enchanted by her and cannot stop gazing upon her. He feels a sense of foreboding. He is indifferent to her presence.

What does Ellena's home symbolize after she loses it in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices A reminder of her past mistakes A symbol of wealth and power A representation of her independence A place of safety and comfort

What happens to Ellena after Signora Bianchi's death in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices She moves to a bustling city to start a new life. She immediately marries Vivaldi. She inherits a large estate and wealth. She must leave her home and go to a convent for sanctuary.

What is revealed about Schedoni's past in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices He killed his own brother He betrayed his best friend He was a former soldier He stole a large fortune

What does tearing an orphan from her home represent in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices A necessary part of growing up. A high violation and crime that must be remedied. An opportunity for adventure and freedom. A common practice with no consequences.

What is Schedoni's true identity in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices A merchant posing as a nobleman A count posing as a monk A knight posing as a scholar A fugitive posing as a priest

Who employs Schedoni in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices A rival nobleman Vivaldi's mother The church Ellena's father

What causes Schedoni to stop himself from killing Ellena in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices Her resemblance to his wife A letter she shows him A sudden feeling of guilt A necklace Ellena wears

Why does Vivaldi want to marry Ellena in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices He wants to inherit her fortune. He is pressured by his family. He needs to fulfill a promise. He sees her as the perfect woman.

Why does Schedoni initially want to kill Ellena in The Italian?

Question Answer Choices To avenge his brother To prevent her from marrying Vivaldi To steal her inheritance To gain favor with the church