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Quiz: Boccacio's Decameron - Eighth Day, Third Story to Aldo Palazzeschi's Bistino and the Marquis

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. How does Malpelo feel about people who get to work outside?
a) He mocks them.
b) He hates them.
c) He is curious about them.
d) He envies them.

2. Why is Malpelo's mother ashamed of him?
a) Because people gossip about him.
b) Because he insults her.
c) Because he beats people.
d) Because he works a poor job.

3. How is Bistino related to the Marquis?
a) He used to work for him.
b) They used to work together.
c) The Marquis owes him money.
d) They are cousins.

4. Why does Professor Gori find the groom's brother when he hears the wedding...
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