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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scenes 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who interrupts Nano's tale of Valpone's soul with a knock at the door?
(a) Castrone.
(b) Mosca.
(c) Androgyno.
(d) Voltore.

2. Which of the following best describes the character Androgyno?
(a) He is a dwarf.
(b) He is a giant.
(c) He is a hermaphrodite.
(d) He is a eunuch.

3. What does Voltore gift to Valpone when he comes for a visit?
(a) A gold plate.
(b) A diamond ring.
(c) A brass candelabra.
(d) A silver cup.

4. What does Corbaccio bring as a gift for Valpone?
(a) A bouquet of flowers.
(b) A new puppy.
(c) A gold plate.
(d) A vial of medicine.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following themes is Lady Would-Be obsessed with?

2. How does Valpone respond to Nano's tracing of his soul?

3. How does Corbaccio react when he hears that Valpone's health is failing?

4. How does Valpone react to Corbaccio's second gift?

5. What term does Valpone use to describe his three unusual visitors?

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