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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 is Malpelo's mother ashamed of him?
(a) Because he beats people.
(b) Because he works a poor job.
(c) Because he insults her.
(d) Because people gossip about him.

2. Why does Calandrino's wife yell at him when he comes home?
(a) Because he has rocks with him.
(b) Because he is late.
(c) Because she is hungry.
(d) Because he skipped work.

3. How does Malpelo's sister feel about him?
(a) She loves him.
(b) She ignores him.
(c) She is afraid for him.
(d) She is embarrassed by him.

4. How does the king arrange for Gianmatteo to meet with him?
(a) He doubles his taxes until he shows up.
(b) He shows up at his house.
(c) He uses the law.
(d) He has him kidnapped.

5. At the end of "Eighth Day, Third Story," how does Calandrino feel about his wife?
(a) He makes up with her.
(b) He is still angry at her.
(c) He decides to leave her.
(d) He ignores her.

Short Answer Questions

1. What custom does Madonna Zilia refuse with Monsignor Filiberto?

2. What does Calandrino do for a living?

3. Why is Malpelo willing to do dangerous tasks in the mines?

4. Why can't Belfagor leave town?

5. How does Malpelo feel about people who get to work outside?

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