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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Matteo Bandello's Madonna Zilia.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Monsignor Filiberto's reaction to Madonna Zilia's lack of interest in him?
(a) He teases her.
(b) He falls ill.
(c) He moves to a different town.
(d) He cries.

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

3. Why does Belfagor try to flee town?
(a) He is no longer in love with Onesta.
(b) Onesta cheated on him.
(c) Onesta kicked him out.
(d) He has run out of money.

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

5. What does Gianmatteo own?
(a) A farm.
(b) A fabric store.
(c) A bank.
(d) Nothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco tell Calandrino he should have avoided his wife?

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

3. Why can't Belfagor leave town?

4. Why does Monsignor Filiberto go to France?

5. What happens with the rocks Bruno and Buffalmaco throw?

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