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Mid-Book Test (up to Renato Fucini's the Fountain of Pietrarsa)

This test consists of 5 multiple choice, 5 short answer, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. Who gathers around the mayor of Pietrarsa's house in "The Fountain of Pietrarsa"?
a) Lawyers.
b) Women.
c) Townspeople.
d) Engineers.

2. What does Torranza tell Bianca about his death?
a) He will miss her.
b) He will leave her money.
c) He will send a lawyer to see her.
d) He will give her a sign.

3. Why does Onesta's family choose Belfagor to marry her?
a) His education.
b) His money.
c) His charm.
d) His good looks.

4. What do people think caused Malpelo to have red hair?
a) His bad soul.
b) His temper.
c) His mother's sins.
d) The hot day he...
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