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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. What is Belfagor's name when he pretends to be a man?
(a) Michael.
(b) Stephen.
(c) Paul.
(d) Rodrick.

2. What does Belfagor offer Gianmatteo in exchange for his help?
(a) Labor.
(b) A chance to go to heaven.
(c) A wife.
(d) Money.

3. Why does Belfagor do as Onesta says in their marriage?
(a) She has power over him.
(b) He fears she'll find out the truth.
(c) He is trying to trick her.
(d) Those were his directions.

4. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco throw stones in the air?
(a) They are bored.
(b) They are pretending to be angry.
(c) They want to see who they hit.
(d) They are trying to see who can throw the highest.

5. What does Malpelo tell Ranocchio when he takes him to the place where his father died?
(a) He tells Ranocchio to find a new job.
(b) He tells Ranocchio his father's stories.
(c) He tells Ranocchio nothing.
(d) He tells Ranocchio to always be careful.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco suggest looking for a helitropia stone on holiday?

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

3. How long does Madonna Zilia ask Monsignor Filiberto to not speak for?

4. Why does the king of France change the award for helping Monsignor Filiberto speak?

5. In "Story of the Devil Who Took a Wife," who has the vision of hell?

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