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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Aldo Palazzeschi's Bistino and the Marquis.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How does the narrator of "The Fountain of Pietrarsa" treat the engineer of Pietrarsa?
(a) He teases him.
(b) He praises him.
(c) He insults him.
(d) He ignores him.

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

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

5. How does the Marquis treat Nunzia when he moves in?
(a) Rudely.
(b) He ignores her.
(c) Kindly.
(d) Like a servant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Torranza tell Bianca about his death?

2. What type of poetry does Professor Farsatti say Mount San Dona reminds him of?

3. Why can't Belfagor leave town?

4. What is Cesara Reis doing when Professor Gori goes into her apartment?

5. Why does Bianca return to San Dona?

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