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

2. Why have Nano, Castrone, and Androgyno come to visit with Valpone?
(a) To beg from him.
(b) To entertain him.
(c) To fight him.
(d) To woo him.

3. To which of the following universities does Jonson first dedicate his play?
(a) Princeton University.
(b) Oxford University.
(c) Harvard University.
(d) Stanford University.

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

5. Where is Valpone when he is first introduced to the audience?
(a) At the store.
(b) In the library.
(c) At the bank.
(d) In his home.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Valpone allegedly admire lawyers?

3. How does Valpone feel about doctors?

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

5. How long does Jonson say it took him to write the entire play?

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