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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In which room of his house does Valpone entertain Volotre?
(a) The sick room.
(b) The library.
(c) The bedroom.
(d) The sitting room.

3. How does Peregrine react to his conversation with Sir Political Would-Be?
(a) He is pleased to see him.
(b) He is afraid of Sir Politic's temper.
(c) He is annoyed with their conversation.
(d) He ignores Sir Politic completely.

4. After Corvino leaves, what does Valpone urge his entertainers to prepare for?
(a) A feast.
(b) A party.
(c) A ball.
(d) A war.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who prompted Sir Polical Would-Be to visit Venice?

2. What does Valpone say that riches are better than?

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

4. How long has Valpone been pretending to be sick when Voltoro arrives?

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

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