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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Laudisi suggest as a reason the mother-in-law and her daughter live apart?
(a) Incapatability of character.
(b) Jealousy.
(c) Hatred.
(d) Love.

2. What is notable about the courtyard at the building where Ponza lives?
(a) It is dark.
(b) It is vast.
(c) It is beautiful.
(d) It is filled with peaches.

3. Who says, "What a pompous attitude! Aren't people allowed to stay home and enjoy a little privacy?"
(a) Agazzi.
(b) Signora Agazzi.
(c) Laudini.
(d) Signora Victrola.

4. Who is Ponza always seen with?
(a) His mother-in-law.
(b) His dog.
(c) His sister.
(d) His wife.

5. Who does Ponza never bring to Signora Frola's apartment?
(a) Her brother.
(b) Her sister.
(c) Her friends.
(d) Her daughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which character is NOT present in Act 1, Scene 1?

2. Why does Amelia think that Ponza put his mother-in-law up in town?

3. Where is Ponza's apartment where he lives?

4. Who is Amalia married to?

5. What is Ponza's apartment overlooking?

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