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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. When Volotre arrives, what does Valpone rush to change into?
(a) His pajamas.
(b) His old school uniform.
(c) His riding clothes.
(d) His sick clothes.

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

3. Where does Corvino press the jewels he has brought for Valpone?
(a) Next to Valpone's ear.
(b) Against Valpone's heart.
(c) Against Valpone's temple.
(d) Into Valpone's hand.

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

5. How does Corvino respond to Mosca's proposal of violence?
(a) He ignores Mosca completely
(b) He agrees.
(c) He refuses.
(d) He tells Mosca that he will consider it.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Valpone when he is first introduced to the audience?

2. In which room of his house does Valpone entertain Volotre?

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

4. In what country does Valpone live?

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

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