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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scenes 1, 2, and 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What topic does Corbaccio vocally argue with Valpone about?
(a) Politics.
(b) They do not argue about anything.
(c) Religion.
(d) Science.

2. What is Valpone pretending to do when Corbaccio enters the room?
(a) Vomit.
(b) Cry.
(c) Pray.
(d) Sleep.

3. Which of the following is NOT a reason Mosca gives to Corbaccio for renaming Valpone as his own heir?
(a) Corbaccio's family is dishonest and plotting to kill the old man themselves.
(b) Valpone will greatly appreciate the gesture.
(c) Valpone will be forced to return the favor by renaming Corbaccio as his heir.
(d) Corbaccio will surely outlive Valpone and can change his will again later.

4. What does Sir Politic hope to ban in Italy?
(a) Silverboxes.
(b) Jewelry boxes.
(c) Hunting boxes.
(d) Tinderboxes.

5. How does Valpone react to Corbaccio's second gift?
(a) He tells Corbaccio that it is all too much.
(b) He adds the gift to his accumulating pile without acknowledging it.
(c) He is pleased with the gift.
(d) He refuses the gift.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which part of Corbaccio is failing?

2. How does Sir Politic hope to test for the plague in Italy?

3. Who does Mosca claim offered their virginal daughter to Valpone?

4. Which of the following terms do Mosca and Valpone use to describe their visitors?

5. What does Mosca tell Corvino is the one thing left that can help save Valpone's life?

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