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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Giovanni Verga's Rosso Malpelo.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What time of day do Bruno and Buffalmaco suggest Calandrino look for the helitropia stone?
(a) In the afternoon.
(b) At night.
(c) In the evening.
(d) In the morning.

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

3. Why does Belfagor do as Onesta says in their marriage?
(a) He fears she'll find out the truth.
(b) He is trying to trick her.
(c) She has power over him.
(d) Those were his directions.

4. How long does Madonna Zilia ask Monsignor Filiberto to not speak for?
(a) Four years.
(b) One year.
(c) Three years.
(d) Two years.

5. What do people think of Monsignor Filiberto's silence?
(a) They think he has lost his mind.
(b) They don't even notice.
(c) They think it is a physical sickness.
(d) They think he is stupid for agreeing to it.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Onesta's family choose Belfagor to marry her?

2. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco like to play pranks on Calandrino?

3. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco suggest looking for a helitropia stone on holiday?

4. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco tell Calandrino he should have avoided his wife?

5. Why does Calandrino's wife yell at him when he comes home?

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