Rappaccini's Daughter

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1. Rappiccini was a scientist.

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The given statement states that Rappiccini was a scientist. Since there is no contradictory information provided, we can assume that the statement is true.

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Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “Rappaccini’s Daughter” is a short story first published in December 1844, about Giacomo Rappaccini, a medical researcher in medieval Padua who grows a garden of poisonous... see moreplants. What do you remember from the story? Let’s find out. see less

2. Who is the author?

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The correct answer is Nathaniel Hawthorne because he is the only option mentioned in the question that could be an author. Both Kyle Winnington and Nate Thornbush are not known authors, and the option "None of the above" does not provide a specific author's name. Therefore, Nathaniel Hawthorne is the most likely author among the given options.

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3. What happened when the beautiful insect came by Beatrice?

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When the beautiful insect came by Beatrice, it died.

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4. Why won't Rappaccini touch the flowers?

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Rappaccini won't touch the flowers because they are poisonous.

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5. Where did Giovanni come from?

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Giovanni came from Italy because Italy is the only option provided that represents a country of origin.

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6. Giovanni grows the garden.

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7. Baglioni is beatrice's uncle.

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The statement "Baglioni is Beatrice's uncle" is false. This means that Baglioni is not related to Beatrice as her uncle.

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8. Where was the garden located?

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The garden was located beneath the window.

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9. Dr. Rappaccini gave Giovanni the potion.

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10. Giovanni cut down the purple plant.

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The statement says that Giovanni cut down the purple plant. However, since the answer is False, it means that Giovanni did not cut down the purple plant.

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11. Who told Giovanni about the private entrance to the garden?

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Lisabetta told Giovanni about the private entrance to the garden.

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12. Beatrice's mother was the purple plant

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13. Baglioni and Rappiccini become friends in the end of the story

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In the story, Baglioni and Rappiccini do not become friends in the end. Baglioni is a rival of Rappiccini and is determined to expose his unethical experiments. Their relationship remains adversarial throughout the story, with Baglioni attempting to thwart Rappiccini's plans. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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14. Giovanni touched the poisonous plant.

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The statement states that Giovanni touched the poisonous plant. However, the correct answer is False, indicating that Giovanni did not touch the poisonous plant.

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15. Giovanni's hand turned purple when Beatrice touched him?

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When Beatrice touched Giovanni, his hand turned purple. This suggests that there may be a medical condition or reaction occurring. It could be a sign of poor circulation, a vascular issue, or an allergic reaction. Further medical evaluation would be necessary to determine the exact cause of this discoloration.

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16. What did Giovanni give Lisabetta when she told him where the secret entrance was?

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Giovanni gave Lisabetta a gold coin when she told him where the secret entrance was. This suggests that Giovanni rewarded Lisabetta for her help by giving her a valuable item. A gold coin is often associated with wealth and value, so it can be inferred that Giovanni wanted to show his gratitude by giving her something of worth.

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17. Why did Rappaccini poison his daughter?

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Rappaccini poisoned his daughter for multiple reasons. Firstly, he wanted to make her beautiful, as the poison had the potential to enhance her physical appearance. Secondly, he aimed to give her power by making her immune to the poison, which would make her superior to others. Lastly, Rappaccini poisoned his daughter for scientific purposes, as he was conducting experiments and wanted to observe the effects of the poison on her. Therefore, all of the given options are valid reasons for Rappaccini's actions.

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18. Giovanni kills Beatrice.

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The given statement states that Giovanni kills Beatrice. However, since the answer is "False," it implies that Giovanni does not kill Beatrice.

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19. What did Baglioni give to Giovanni?

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Baglioni gave Giovanni a small silver vase.

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20. Who is Signor Pietro Baglioni

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Signor Pietro Baglioni is described as a Professor of Medicine in the given options. Additionally, he is also mentioned as a family friend. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above" as both options are true.

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Rappiccini was a scientist.
Who is the author?
What happened when the beautiful insect came by Beatrice?
Why won't Rappaccini touch the flowers?
Where did Giovanni come from?
Giovanni grows the garden.
Baglioni is beatrice's uncle.
Where was the garden located?
Dr. Rappaccini gave Giovanni the potion.
Giovanni cut down the purple plant.
Who told Giovanni about the private entrance to the garden?
Beatrice's mother was the purple plant
Baglioni and Rappiccini become friends in the end of the story
Giovanni touched the poisonous plant.
Giovanni's hand turned purple when Beatrice touched him?
What did Giovanni give Lisabetta when she told him where the secret...
Why did Rappaccini poison his daughter?
Giovanni kills Beatrice.
What did Baglioni give to Giovanni?
Who is Signor Pietro Baglioni
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