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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Richardetto?
(a) A musician.
(b) A gypsy.
(c) A doctor.
(d) A potential suitor for Annabella.

2. What does Giovanni announce to the audience in his monologue in Act 1, Scene 2?
(a) That he is to kill Annabella.
(b) That he is to leave his home forever.
(c) That he has decided to kill himself.
(d) That he has prayed but still loves Annabella.

3. What does Florio say in Act 1, Scene 3 that insists on his kindness?
(a) He wishes not to force Annabella against her will.
(b) He wants to build an orphanage with his wealth.
(c) He speaks of his love for all people.
(d) He speaks how his son and daughter mean more to him than anything.

4. How does Annabella respond when Giovanni admits his feelings toward her?
(a) She runs away in disgust.
(b) She tells him she needs time to ponder her emotions.
(c) She feels the same way.
(d) She cries out of fear.

5. What does Giovanni urge Annabella to do in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) Forget him.
(b) Run away.
(c) Marry.
(d) Write music.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the final line of Act 1, Scene 3?

2. Whose house does the action of Act 1, Scene 2 take place in front of?

3. Why is the Friar so surprised that Giovanni has the feelings he does in Act 1, Scene 1?

4. Who are brother and sister?

5. Who is the first character to speak in Act 1, Scene 1?

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