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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Luigi Pirandello's the Tight Frock-Coat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the people gathered around the mayor of Pietrarsa's house do?
(a) Charge his house.
(b) Threaten him.
(c) Cheer him on.
(d) Try to get a signature.

2. What is Belfagor given before he goes to earth in the form of a man?
(a) Clothes.
(b) Clear directions.
(c) Money.
(d) Good wishes.

3. How does Monsignor Filiberto feel about Madonna Zilia's requested oath of silence?
(a) He thinks it's childish.
(b) He thinks it's too long.
(c) He thinks it's fair.
(d) He thinks it's a bluff.

4. How does Malpelo treat Ranocchio when he starts working at the mine?
(a) He ignores him.
(b) He teaches him.
(c) He jokes with him.
(d) He beats him.

5. What does Belfagor offer Gianmatteo in exchange for his help?
(a) A chance to go to heaven.
(b) Labor.
(c) Money.
(d) A wife.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Bianca dislike about her husband, Emilio Squarcina?

3. Who offers to repair the tear in Professor Gori's frock-coat?

4. What does the narrator of "The Fountain of Pietrarsa" feel is wasted in the town?

5. How do the people of Radusa respond to the red lights in the sky in "The Idolaters"?

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