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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During what era is Valpone's story set?
(a) The 1500's.
(b) The 1800's.
(c) The 1600's.
(d) The 1700's.

2. What does Jonson express that he hopes his play will be?
(a) A masterpiece.
(b) Iconic.
(c) Popular.
(d) Successful.

3. Which of the following adjectives best describes Jonson's narrative voice?
(a) Modest.
(b) Obnoxious.
(c) Poetic.
(d) Boastful.

4. How many lines is the Prologue of the play?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Seven.
(c) Two.
(d) Twenty.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first letter of Jonson's acrostic?

2. Which is the second university that Jonson dedicates his play to?

3. What does Jonson hope is the main thing audiences take away from his play?

4. Which of the following best describes the character Nano?

5. In what country does Valpone live?

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