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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. "But he is such another dunce, I fear." Who says this?
(a) Donado.
(b) Florio.
(c) Giovanni.
(d) Bergetto.

2. What does Florio say in Act 1, Scene 3 that insists on his kindness?
(a) He speaks of his love for all people.
(b) He speaks how his son and daughter mean more to him than anything.
(c) He wants to build an orphanage with his wealth.
(d) He wishes not to force Annabella against her will.

3. What is the final line of Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) "Love me, or kill me, sister."
(b) "Let's learn to court in smiles, to kiss and sleep."
(c) "Do not betray me to your mirth or hate."
(d) "I durst not say I loved; nor scarcely think it."

4. Which of the following is NOT something the Friar calls Giovanni?
(a) A wretch.
(b) A sinner.
(c) A nothing.
(d) A worm.

5. What is the only city that is referenced in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Bologna.
(b) Prague.
(c) Warsaw.
(d) Leeds.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Giovanni announce to the audience in his monologue in Act 1, Scene 2?

2. Who are brother and sister?

3. What does Giovanni feel towards the person under discussion in Act 1, Scene 1?

4. How does the Friar suggest Giovanni remedy his emotions that the men discuss in Act 1, Scene 1?

5. What does Florio suggest to ease the tension of Act 1, Scene 2?

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