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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scenes 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Once Villuppo tells the viceroy what happened to Balthazar, what does the viceroy say?
(a) The viceroy praises Alexandro's bravery.
(b) The viceroy accuses Alexandro of accepting a bribe.
(c) The viceroy accuses Villuppo of accepting a bribe.
(d) The viceroy praises Villuppo's bravery.

2. What does Bel-Imperia drop after her visit with Balthazar in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) A teacup.
(b) A knife.
(c) A glove.
(d) A scarf.

3. In the underworld, to whom do the governing spirits send Andrea to be judged?
(a) Pluto.
(b) Zeus.
(c) Thor.
(d) Perseus.

4. How long does the king say Balthazar will be kept prisoner in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) He will be immediately released.
(b) A lifetime.
(c) Until the tribute is paid.
(d) Two months.

5. Which of the following is not a way that the Scene 1 in the play acts?
(a) As a frame.
(b) As foreshadowing.
(c) As a prologue.
(d) As exposition.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which title does Balthazar hold?

2. What is the relationship between Balthazar and Andrea?

3. To whom does Bel-Imperia find herself attracted in Act 1, Scene 4?

4. What does Villuppo reveal to the audience in an aside at the end of Act 1, Scene 3?

5. Why does Balthazar come to visit Bel-Imperia in the Spanish court?

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