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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. Who appears at the end of Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) Dr. Mancini.
(b) Signor Pafunda.
(c) The Butler.
(d) Signor Capello.

2. Why does Laudisi suggest the wife doesn't go outdoors in Act 1, Scene 1?
(a) She hates the town.
(b) She's a hypochondriac.
(c) She's in love.
(d) She's sick.

3. What does Dina compare to the Ponza's strange behavior?
(a) Uncorking wine after dinner.
(b) Burning dinner.
(c) Asking the neighbors to spy.
(d) Putting the cook's shoes on the table.

4. What do they let up and down on ropes at the Ponza's house?
(a) Flowers.
(b) Crates.
(c) Baskets.
(d) Bayonets.

5. How does Signora Frola communicate with her daughter?
(a) From the terrace.
(b) From the courtyard.
(c) By telephone.
(d) Letters from afar.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Laudisi related to?

2. Who lives in the same apartment building as Agazzi?

3. What blinds the mother-in-law while she's talking to her daughter?

4. How old is Dina?

5. What happens when the mother-in-law pulls the rope?

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