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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom does Bel-Imperia find herself attracted in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) Andrea.
(b) Balthazar.
(c) Lorenzo.
(d) Horatio.

2. In the myth referenced in the play, what does Proserpine bring with her when she returns to the Earth?
(a) Snow.
(b) Sadness.
(c) Spring.
(d) Tornadoes.

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

4. What does the general report about the progress of Spain's war with Portugal in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) Portugal has been defeated and the tribute will be paid.
(b) Spain has been defeated and the tribute will be paid.
(c) Portugal has won the war and will pay Spain a tribute.
(d) Spain has won the war and will pay Portugal a tribute.

5. How does the viceroy respond to Alexandro's claims about Balthazar?
(a) He wants to take a search party to find him immediately.
(b) He does not believe him.
(c) He is ecstatic.
(d) He is furious.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following characters does not have a say in the marriage between Balthazar and Bel-Imperia?

2. Of what does Lorenzo try to assure Balthazar at the start of Act 2?

3. In the Spanish court, who pleads with Horatio to tell her more about the circumstances of Andrea's death, referring poetically to how much she loved him?

4. What does Castile say about Bel-Imperia's feelings for Balthazar in Act 2, Scene 3?

5. Does Castile give a time frame for the marriage between Balthazar and Bel-Imperia?

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