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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Bonario wound Valpone during their scuffle?

2. Who arrives at Sir Politic's house in disguise after Celia's trial?

3. Who threatens to rape Celia if she does not comply with his wishes?

4. Who lectures Peregrine on how to be a Gentleman in Venice?

5. Which article does Mosca remove from Valpone's house that suggests to Valpone that Mosca was trying to overthrow him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Many of the characters in this play are characterized by their greed, although it is not always a greed of money. Create a list of three things that characters in this play are greedy for, and then choose one character that you think best exemplifies this type of greed and explain why.

Essay Topic 2

Many critics of Jonson's play argue that Jonson, as the narrator and creator of the play, is an arrogant and boastful author. Describe two moments in which Jonson appears arrogant, and argue whether or not you agree with the critics based on the two examples provided. What motivations might Jonson have for creating an arrogant persona as the narrator of this play?

Essay Topic 3

Many characters in the play spend time on the stage in disguise. Explain two disguises that were used by characters in the play and what effect the disguises had on the plot of the play.

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