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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Aldo Palazzeschi's Bistino and the Marquis.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Bistino initially upset when the Marquis moves in?
(a) Because the Marquis treats him like a servant.
(b) Because the Marquis slept late every day.
(c) Because the Marquis has grown angry.
(d) Because the Marquis doesn't treat him like a servant.

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

3. Why does the engineer in "The Fountain of Pietrarsa" avoid the narrator?
(a) Because he is embarrassed.
(b) Because he owes him money.
(c) Because he hates him.
(d) Because he kissed his wife.

4. What does the narrator of "The Fountain of Pietrarsa" feel is wasted in the town?
(a) Human emotions.
(b) Brain power.
(c) Common sense.
(d) Natural resources.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. During their visit, what does Monsignor Filiberto ask of Madonna Zilia?

2. Why does Madonna Zilia ask Monsignor Filiberto to take an oath?

3. What meetings are held in "The Fountain of Pietrarsa" to try to resolve the problems with the fountain?

4. Why does the king of France change the award for helping Monsignor Filiberto speak?

5. In "The Fountain of Pietrarsa," what is wrong with the town's democratic system?

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