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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. Who lectures Peregrine on how to be a Gentleman in Venice?
(a) Sir Politic.
(b) Voltore.
(c) Corbaccio.
(d) Valpone.

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

3. Who does Mosca suggest Corbaccio disinherit?
(a) His son.
(b) His business partner.
(c) His daughter.
(d) His wife.

4. What does Corbaccio wish to have restored to him?
(a) His speech.
(b) His youth.
(c) His fortune.
(d) His family.

5. 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) Corbaccio will surely outlive Valpone and can change his will again later.
(c) Valpone will greatly appreciate the gesture.
(d) Valpone will be forced to return the favor by renaming Corbaccio as his heir.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What event does Corvino tell his wife to dress for after his conversation with Mosca?

3. What does Mosca say is helping to cure Valpone's ailments?

4. How does Corvino plan to block Celia's window?

5. What does Corbaccio bring as a gift for Valpone?

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