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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 5, Scenes 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of the following best describes the character Castrone?
(a) He is a giant.
(b) He is a dwarf.
(c) He is a eunuch.
(d) He is a hermaphrodite.

3. How do the legacy hunters react to the news that Mosca has been named as Valpone's heir?
(a) They are outraged.
(b) They are amused.
(c) They are understanding.
(d) They are disappointed.

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

5. What is the poem about that Nano recites for Valpone?
(a) Valpone's skills.
(b) Androgyno's skills.
(c) Nano's skills.
(d) Mosca's skills.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the visitor, who announced that Sir Politic was planning on selling Venice in open court?

2. What is Valpone lying about to the Venetian businessmen who have befriended him?

3. From what part of her body is Celia dragged by Corvino after the visit from the Medicine Man?

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

5. What does Mosca say is helping to cure Valpone's ailments?

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