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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scenes 4, 5, and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Corvino worried that his reputation might be tarnished in court?
(a) Because of his plots against Valpone.
(b) Because of the treatment of his servants.
(c) Because of his treatment of his wife.
(d) Because of his financial standing.

2. From what part of her body is Celia dragged by Corvino after the visit from the Medicine Man?
(a) Her hair.
(b) Her leg.
(c) Her clothing.
(d) Her arm.

3. During what era is Valpone's story set?
(a) The 1700's.
(b) The 1800's.
(c) The 1500's.
(d) The 1600's.

4. How long has Valpone been pretending to be sick when Voltoro arrives?
(a) Three years.
(b) Three days.
(c) Three weeks.
(d) Three months.

5. What is Valpone pretending to do when Corbaccio enters the room?
(a) Cry.
(b) Pray.
(c) Vomit.
(d) Sleep.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Mosca hurry Voltore out the door after his visit with Valpone?

2. In what country have Sir Political Would-Be and Peregrine met?

3. Who finds the hiding place for Bonario to overhear the conversations of the night?

4. What type of story does Nano tell Valpone when he first arrives at his home?

5. Who does Nano trace Valpone's soul back to?

(see the answer key)

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