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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scenes 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following best describes Valpone's behavior when Voltore is in the room?
(a) Weak.
(b) Aggressive.
(c) Confused.
(d) Brave.

2. What does Jonson say is the reason why he wants to write a play?
(a) He wants to see his own name in print.
(b) He wants to create a piece of artwork.
(c) He wants to tell stories; they are in his blood.
(d) He wants to create something enjoyable.

3. What term does Valpone use to describe his three unusual visitors?
(a) Vermin.
(b) Beggars.
(c) Fools.
(d) Jesters.

4. Which disease does Celia beg Valpone to give her in order for her to lose her beauty?
(a) Leprosy.
(b) Chicken pox.
(c) Bubonic plague.
(d) Scarlet fever.

5. Who threatens to rape Celia if she does not comply with his wishes?
(a) Bonario.
(b) Mosca.
(c) Corvino.
(d) Valpone.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many children does Valpone have?

2. Which of the following is NOT a character that Mosca claims is one of Valpone's children?

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

4. Which of the following adjectives best describes Valpone as he is waiting for Mosca to return from his meeting with Corbaccio?

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

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