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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Luigi Pirandello's the Tight Frock-Coat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During which century did Boccacio write?
(a) The 16th.
(b) The 14th.
(c) The 17th.
(d) The 15th.

2. Where does Gianmatteo hide Belfagor?
(a) Under his house.
(b) Inside a trash can.
(c) In a pile of manure.
(d) Behind a rock.

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

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

5. What does Calandrino do for a living?
(a) Paints.
(b) Sculpts.
(c) Sings.
(d) Writes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Giacobbe discover about Pallura?

2. Why do the townspeople rush to greet Pallura?

3. What award did Luigi Pirandello win in 1934?

4. What meetings are held in "The Fountain of Pietrarsa" to try to resolve the problems with the fountain?

5. What do people think of Monsignor Filiberto's silence?

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