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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scenes 4 and 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what country have Sir Political Would-Be and Peregrine met?
(a) England.
(b) Spain.
(c) Italy.
(d) France.

2. What two jewels has Corvino brought for Valpone?
(a) An opal and an amethyst.
(b) A pearl and a diamond.
(c) An emerald and a ruby.
(d) A sapphire and a garnet.

3. Who interrupts Nano's tale of Valpone's soul with a knock at the door?
(a) Castrone.
(b) Voltore.
(c) Mosca.
(d) Androgyno.

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

5. How does Corvino respond to the disguised men hanging around his home?
(a) He beats them up.
(b) He has them arrested.
(c) He shoots them.
(d) He invites them inside for tea.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Mosca tell Voltore he is sure will be named Valpone's heir?

2. During what era is Valpone's story set?

3. How long does Valpone tell Lady Would-Be to wait before returning to him?

4. What do the Venetian businessmen gift to Valpone in the hopes of working their way into his will?

5. What does Mosca beg Voltore to do when Valpone dies?

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