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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Giovanni Verga's Rosso Malpelo.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Belfagor do as Onesta says in their marriage?
(a) She has power over him.
(b) Those were his directions.
(c) He is trying to trick her.
(d) He fears she'll find out the truth.

2. Even though the other miners hate Malpelo, why do they keep him around?
(a) Out of respect for his father.
(b) Because he is a hard worker.
(c) They signed a contract with him.
(d) His mother begged them.

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

4. How does Verga explain Malpelo's father's death?
(a) A fire.
(b) A mine accident.
(c) A water accident.
(d) A fight.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the king seek out Gianmatteo?

2. Where does Ranocchio like to visit most?

3. Where does Gianmatteo hide Belfagor?

4. What does Maso say the helitropia stone does to people?

5. What lesson does Malpelo try to show Ranocchio about working in the mines?

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