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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 Madonna Zilia travel to France to see Monsignor Filiberto?
(a) She travels there accidentally.
(b) The king of France invites her.
(c) She hears he is still keeping his oath.
(d) Filiberto offers her money.

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

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

4. Why does Belfagor tell Gianmatteo to stay away from him?
(a) Because Gianmatteo annoys him.
(b) Because Gianmatteo needs a wife.
(c) Because he is going back to Hell.
(d) Because he will do Gianmatteo harm.

5. Why does Spoleto help Monsignor Filiberto see Madonna Zilia?
(a) Because Filiberto paid him.
(b) Because his priest made him.
(c) Because he owes Filiberto.
(d) Because they are friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the king of France tell the doctors will happen if they fail to treat Monsignor Filiberto?

2. Why does Belfagor need to possess a wealthy daughter for a second time?

3. What does Belfagor offer Gianmatteo in exchange for his help?

4. In "Story of the Devil Who Took a Wife," who has the vision of hell?

5. How do Bruno and Buffalmaco react when they find out Calandrino beat his wife?

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