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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which is the second university that Jonson dedicates his play to?
(a) New York University.
(b) Brown University.
(c) Cambridge University.
(d) East Anglia University.

2. What type of story does Nano tell Valpone when he first arrives at his home?
(a) A metaphor.
(b) A dream.
(c) A fable.
(d) An allegory.

3. In what country does Valpone live?
(a) Italy.
(b) Spain.
(c) Portugal.
(d) Argentina.

4. What literary technique does Jonson use to write the opening of the play?
(a) A song.
(b) A poem.
(c) An epitaph.
(d) An obituary.

5. Who does Mosca tell Voltore he is sure will be named Valpone's heir?
(a) Mosca.
(b) Castrone.
(c) Voltore.
(d) Nano.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many lines is the Prologue of the play?

2. What does Jonson express that he hopes his play will be?

3. What animal is Valpone's name associated with?

4. Who shows Voltore into Valpone's room?

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

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