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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Niccolo Machiavelli's Belfagor: Story of the Devil Who Took a Wife.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What color is the helitropia stone, according to Maso?
(a) Blue.
(b) Red.
(c) Black.
(d) White.

2. What does Calandrino ask Maso about the magic rocks?
(a) Where he can find them.
(b) Who owns the most magic rocks.
(c) What type of magic they do.
(d) What they look like.

3. What is Belfagor's name when he pretends to be a man?
(a) Stephen.
(b) Rodrick.
(c) Paul.
(d) Michael.

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

5. Why does Onesta's family choose Belfagor to marry her?
(a) His money.
(b) His charm.
(c) His education.
(d) His good looks.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. How does the king arrange for Gianmatteo to meet with him?

4. What does Gianmatteo suggest the king have a large group of people play?

5. What does Gianmatteo own?

(see the answer key)

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