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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Foundling.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do the guardians at the hospital tell Piachi about Nicolo?
(a) He is a child of God whom nobody would miss.
(b) He would someday cause Piachi pain.
(c) His parents were convicts.
(d) He is a dear and sweet boy.

2. What is the Marquise's father often referred to in the story?
(a) The commandant.
(b) The commander.
(c) The commodore.
(d) The commandment.

3. What does the crowd try to do after the man makes his announcement?
(a) They hush the man.
(b) They try to kill Jerónimo and Josefa.
(c) They glare at Jerónimo and Josefa.
(d) They banish Jerónimo and Josefa.

4. How does the family react when the Count arrives at their home?
(a) They are distraught.
(b) They are relieved.
(c) They are confused.
(d) They are indifferent.

5. Where does Josefa live?
(a) In a large mansion.
(b) In a nearby village.
(c) At a convent.
(d) In a simple hut.

Short Answer Questions

1. What country attacks the Marquise's country?

2. Why does the Marquise call for a doctor?

3. How does Piachi describe Nicolo physically?

4. What is the ad about which the Marquise puts in the paper?

5. What must criminals receive before being put to death?

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