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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. Who thinks Cesara Reis and Mr. Migri should reconsider their engagement?
(a) Mr. Migri's mother.
(b) Mr. Migri.
(c) Cesara Reis's father.
(d) Professor Gogi.

2. What does Hermes Torranza write in letters to Bianca?
(a) He suggests books for her to read.
(b) He sends her recipes.
(c) He gives her advice.
(d) He plans her future.

3. When the narrator of "The Fountain of Pietrarsa" meets the engineer, what work has been done to the fountain?
(a) It hasn't been started yet.
(b) It has only been planned.
(c) It has been installed.
(d) It is in the process of being designed.

4. How do the people of Radusa respond to the red lights in the sky in "The Idolaters"?
(a) They are confused.
(b) They don't even notice them.
(c) They are terrified.
(d) They think they are pretty.

5. Why doesn't Cesara Reis work as a tutor for Mr. Migri?
(a) She can't leave home for that long.
(b) She doesn't like children.
(c) She needs more money.
(d) She doesn't know enough.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hermes Torranza do for a living?

2. What is Monsignor Filiberto's reaction to Madonna Zilia's lack of interest in him?

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

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

5. Why do the townspeople of Radusa consult Giacobbe about the red lights?

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