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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Antonio Fogazzaro's An Idea of Hermes Torranza.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Madonna Zilia ask Monsignor Filiberto to take an oath?
(a) Because she knows he will do it.
(b) Because she wants to control him.
(c) Because she thinks he won't do it.
(d) Because she is bored.

2. When Malpelo is accused by the other workers, how does Ranocchio react?
(a) He calls for the boss.
(b) He ignores the whole scene.
(c) He defends Malpelo.
(d) He accuses Malpelo too.

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

4. What does Torranza tell Bianca about her marriage in his urgent letter?
(a) She should ignore her husband politely.
(b) She should leave her husband.
(c) She should get her husband help.
(d) She should reconcile with her husband.

5. What do people think caused Malpelo to have red hair?
(a) His temper.
(b) His bad soul.
(c) The hot day he was born on.
(d) His mother's sins.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Bianca stay silent after learning of Torranza's death?

2. What color is the helitropia stone, according to Maso?

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

4. Why does the king seek out Gianmatteo?

5. What does Spoleto dress as to trick Madonna Zilia?

(see the answer key)

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