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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Niccolo Machiavelli's Belfagor: Story of the Devil Who Took a Wife.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Gianmatteo own?
(a) Nothing.
(b) A farm.
(c) A fabric store.
(d) A bank.

2. Why does Calandrino want a helitropia stone?
(a) To build his house.
(b) To find a wife.
(c) To steal money.
(d) To win a fight.

3. In "Story of the Devil Who Took a Wife," who has the vision of hell?
(a) Demons.
(b) Holy leaders.
(c) An unmarried man.
(d) The Devil.

4. How does the king arrange for Gianmatteo to meet with him?
(a) He doubles his taxes until he shows up.
(b) He has him kidnapped.
(c) He uses the law.
(d) He shows up at his house.

5. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco throw stones in the air?
(a) They are trying to see who can throw the highest.
(b) They are pretending to be angry.
(c) They want to see who they hit.
(d) They are bored.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Gianmatteo get Belfagor to leave the king's daughter's body and return to hell?

2. How do Bruno and Buffalmaco react when they find out Calandrino beat his wife?

3. What does Belfagor offer Gianmatteo in exchange for his help?

4. Where does Maso discuss magic rocks in front of Calandrino?

5. Why does Belfagor need to possess a wealthy daughter for a second time?

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