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

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

3. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco tell Calandrino he should have avoided his wife?
(a) So they could have found more rocks.
(b) So she wouldn't know about the rocks.
(c) So she wouldn't take his magic.
(d) So he wouldn't take his anger out on her.

4. How long does Madonna Zilia ask Monsignor Filiberto to not speak for?
(a) Three years.
(b) One year.
(c) Two years.
(d) Four years.

5. Why does Belfagor need to possess a wealthy daughter for a second time?
(a) The first daughter was too smart.
(b) Gianmatteo asked him to do it again.
(c) Belfagor wanted to prove himself.
(d) Gianmatteo didn't get enough money.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What do the miners find where Malpelo's father died?

4. Where does Maso discuss magic rocks in front of Calandrino?

5. How does Monsignor Filiberto feel about Madonna Zilia's requested oath of silence?

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