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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 Calandrino want a helitropia stone?
(a) To build his house.
(b) To steal money.
(c) To find a wife.
(d) To win a fight.

2. How does Spoleto convince Madonna Zilia to visit Monsignor Filiberto?
(a) He says she will get hurt if she doesn't.
(b) He begs her.
(c) He says he will pay her.
(d) He gives her gifts.

3. Where does Maso discuss magic rocks in front of Calandrino?
(a) The market.
(b) The church.
(c) The center of town.
(d) His house.

4. What causes Ranocchio to start coughing up blood?
(a) Malpelo shakes him.
(b) He falls in the mines.
(c) He swallows something sharp.
(d) Malpelo hits him on the back.

5. Where does Malpelo think is the most natural place for him to be?
(a) Underground.
(b) At home.
(c) In a castle.
(d) In trees.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Monsignor Filiberto do for a living?

2. What color is the helitropia stone, according to Maso?

3. Why does Calandrino's wife yell at him when he comes home?

4. What does Calandrino ask Maso about the magic rocks?

5. Why does Belfagor tease Gianmatteo about the large group of people performing in front of the king?

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