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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scenes 1 and 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What story does Villuppo tell the viceroy about what happened to Balthazar?
(a) Villuppo says Balthazar is indeed alive and will return.
(b) Villippo says he killed Balthazar with his own hands.
(c) Villuppo says Balthazar was shot in the back by Alexandro.
(d) Villuppo says Balthazar is indeed alive and is being held prisoner.

2. What does Bel-Imperia drop after her visit with Balthazar in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) A knife.
(b) A scarf.
(c) A teacup.
(d) A glove.

3. Why is Hieronimo expected at the king's banquet in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) To cater the party.
(b) He is not invited.
(c) To deliver the tribute.
(d) To provide the entertainment.

4. Who brings Andrea back to the living from the underworld?
(a) Revenge.
(b) Balthazar.
(c) Perseus.
(d) Pluto.

5. After finding out that Bel-Imperia has feelings for Horatio, what does Lorenzo say must happen for Bel-Imperia to love Balthazar?
(a) Bel-Imperia must be convinced Balthazar is richer than Horatio.
(b) Horatio must be taken out of the picture.
(c) Bel-Imperia must be convinced Balthazar is smarter than Horatio.
(d) Bel-Imperia must be convinced Balthazar is stronger than Horatio.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the viceroy command Alexandro's imprisonment?

2. When Pedringano says he does not know whom Bel-Imperia is in love with, how does Lorenzo respond?

3. How does the king interpret the the use of warriors in the play presented at his banquet?

4. What is the relationship between Balthazar and Andrea?

5. Why does Balthazar come to visit Bel-Imperia in the Spanish court?

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