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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. Why does the king want a marriage between Bel-Imperia and Balthazar?
(a) He has been bribed by Lorenzo and wants his reward.
(b) He wants what is best for Bel-Imperia.
(c) He wants what is best for Balthazar.
(d) It will cement the peace between Spain and Portugal.

2. As Bel-Imperia and Horatio return to the banquet after their private conversation, where does Lorenzo say Horatio's soul is headed soon?
(a) "Trap of marriage."
(b) "Eternal night."
(c) "Sadness."
(d) "True love."

3. Of what does Lorenzo try to assure Balthazar at the start of Act 2?
(a) That Bel-Imperia will love him.
(b) That he will inherit a position of power.
(c) That he is not guilty of murder.
(d) That his life is not at risk.

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

5. What does the viceroy confirm with the two warriors/courtiers in Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) That an ambassador has been sent to Spain with tribute money.
(b) That the war is not yet over.
(c) That Spain has been defeated.
(d) That Portugal has been defeated.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which title does Balthazar hold?

2. If Balthazar and Bel-Imperia have a son, over which country will he be king?

3. What does Villuppo reveal to the audience in an aside at the end of Act 1, Scene 3?

4. Whom does Balthazar request as his companion when he is captured?

5. What did Horatio insist happen to Andrea's body after his death?

(see the answer key)

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