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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Giovanni Verga's Rosso Malpelo.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Maso discuss magic rocks in front of Calandrino?
(a) His house.
(b) The church.
(c) The market.
(d) The center of town.

2. Why is Malpelo's mother ashamed of him?
(a) Because he works a poor job.
(b) Because he beats people.
(c) Because people gossip about him.
(d) Because he insults her.

3. Why can't Belfagor leave town?
(a) Onesta's father finds him.
(b) His creditors are after him.
(c) He decides he doesn't want to leave.
(d) The other devils make him stay.

4. Why does Belfagor tease Gianmatteo about the large group of people performing in front of the king?
(a) He says he will sabotage the whole plan.
(b) He says it won't work.
(c) He says it will intimidate Gianmatteo.
(d) He says Gianmatteo is stupid.

5. Why does Belfagor try to flee town?
(a) He has run out of money.
(b) He is no longer in love with Onesta.
(c) Onesta cheated on him.
(d) Onesta kicked him out.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Malpelo tell Ranocchio when he takes him to the place where his father died?

2. Why does Belfagor need to possess a wealthy daughter for a second time?

3. When Madonna Zilia first comes to France, how does Monsignor Filiberto react to her?

4. Why is Malpelo willing to do dangerous tasks in the mines?

5. During their visit, what does Monsignor Filiberto ask of Madonna Zilia?

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