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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Matteo Bandello's Madonna Zilia.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the king of France tell the doctors will happen if they fail to treat Monsignor Filiberto?
(a) They will be exiled.
(b) They will be charged.
(c) They will be forced to try again.
(d) They will be beheaded.

2. Why do Bruno and Buffalmaco suggest looking for a helitropia stone on holiday?
(a) No one else will be around.
(b) It's a lucky holiday.
(c) They want to find one before then.
(d) They have the day off of work.

3. When she visits Monsignor Filiberto, what does Madonna Zilia tell him that disappoints him?
(a) That she didn't even want to visit him.
(b) That she can't stay long.
(c) That she is moving out of town.
(d) That she does not love him.

4. At the end of "Eighth Day, Third Story," how does Calandrino feel about his wife?
(a) He makes up with her.
(b) He ignores her.
(c) He is still angry at her.
(d) He decides to leave her.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Belfagor try to flee town?

2. Why does Madonna Zilia travel to France to see Monsignor Filiberto?

3. What time of day do Bruno and Buffalmaco suggest Calandrino look for the helitropia stone?

4. Why does Onesta's family choose Belfagor to marry her?

5. What does the king of France change the award to in "Madonna Zilia"?

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