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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following characters does NOT enter Valpone's home with the intent to fight against his named heir?

2. Why is Corvino worried that his reputation might be tarnished in court?

3. How does Mosca feel in relation to all of Valpone's other servants?

4. What does Corbaccio call his son in open court?

5. What does Sir Politic hope to ban in Italy?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Valpone's deception of the legacy hunters is a very broad and winding plan that takes more shape than what he first planned. Explain what Valpone's initial plan of deceit was and how the plan took shape as they play progressed.

Essay Topic 2

Halfway through the play, Mosca is described as parasite rather than a servant. Explain what it means to be a parasite in the text of this play and argue whether or not this is a fair assessment of Mosca's character.

Essay Topic 3

The truth of Valpone's plan is eventually revealed through a series of events that lead to Valpone's demise. Explain how the court system eventually found out about Valpone's deceit and what effect it had on the court cases that were being tried at that time.

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