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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. Who does Mosca tell that Valpone has named his heir?
(a) Corbaccio.
(b) Voltore.
(c) Corvino.
(d) Mosca.

2. Why does Mosca hurry Voltore out the door after his visit with Valpone?
(a) Because Voltore does not have enough money to stay longer.
(b) To make room for another visitor.
(c) Because Voltore can see that Valpone is not really sick.
(d) Because Mosca does not want Valpone to overhear their conversation.

3. Which of the following adjectives best describes Sir Political Would-Be?
(a) Sneaky.
(b) Insecure.
(c) Courageous.
(d) Gullible.

4. What relationship does Mosca have with Valpone?
(a) He is Valpone's assistant.
(b) He is Valpone's business partner.
(c) He is Valpone's son.
(d) He is Valpone's brother.

5. What does Valpone do for a living?
(a) He is an artist.
(b) He is a philosopher.
(c) He is a doctor.
(d) He is a con man.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Corbaccio wish to have restored to him?

2. Which of the following adjectives best describes the character Corbaccio?

3. What does Corbaccio bring as a gift for Valpone?

4. What does Valpone tell Mosca is the best way to spend riches?

5. Which of the following is NOT something that Sir Political Would-Be attempts to educate Peregrine on during their discussion?

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