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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. What do the miners find where Malpelo's father died?
(a) A note.
(b) His pants.
(c) His shoe.
(d) His bag.

2. Why does Belfagor want to possess the daughter of a wealthy man?
(a) So he can get some of his money back.
(b) Because he is bored.
(c) So he can get revenge.
(d) So Gianmatteo can control her.

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

4. During their visit, what does Monsignor Filiberto ask of Madonna Zilia?
(a) Her hand in marriage.
(b) A day to have lunch together.
(c) A hug.
(d) A kiss.

5. During which century did Boccacio write?
(a) The 15th.
(b) The 17th.
(c) The 14th.
(d) The 16th.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco suggest looking for a helitropia stone on holiday?

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

3. Why does Belfagor do as Onesta says in their marriage?

4. Where does Gianmatteo hide Belfagor?

5. Why does Spoleto help Monsignor Filiberto see Madonna Zilia?

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