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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Luigi Pirandello's the Tight Frock-Coat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Malpelo is accused by the other workers, how does Ranocchio react?
(a) He ignores the whole scene.
(b) He accuses Malpelo too.
(c) He calls for the boss.
(d) He defends Malpelo.

2. Why does Madonna Zilia travel to France to see Monsignor Filiberto?
(a) Filiberto offers her money.
(b) She travels there accidentally.
(c) She hears he is still keeping his oath.
(d) The king of France invites her.

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

4. Why does Bianca stay silent after learning of Torranza's death?
(a) She wants to hear what they think first.
(b) She is shocked.
(c) She doesn't have anything to say.
(d) She doesn't want anyone to know how she feels about him.

5. Why does Monsignor Filiberto go to France?
(a) To help the king build a new castle.
(b) To help the king write a book.
(c) To help the king find a wife.
(d) To help the king win a war.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Malpelo feel about people who get to work outside?

2. How does the narrator of "The Fountain of Pietrarsa" treat the engineer of Pietrarsa?

3. Where does Maso discuss magic rocks in front of Calandrino?

4. How does Monsignor Filiberto feel about Madonna Zilia's requested oath of silence?

5. What does Giacobbe suggest happened to Pallura's candles?

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