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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Aldo Palazzeschi's Bistino and the Marquis.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Beneto consider above all other things in his rule?
(a) Fame.
(b) Nature.
(c) Money.
(d) Beauty.

2. How do Bruno and Buffalmaco react when they find out Calandrino beat his wife?
(a) They beat Calandrino.
(b) They leave his house.
(c) They tell him to stop.
(d) They laugh at him.

3. What happens with the rocks Bruno and Buffalmaco throw?
(a) They land on them.
(b) They break windows.
(c) They land in the water.
(d) They hit Calandrino.

4. Why is Cesara Reis's wedding canceled?
(a) Her father died.
(b) He brother died.
(c) Her sister died.
(d) Her mother died.

5. What custom does Madonna Zilia refuse with Monsignor Filiberto?
(a) Bow before saying goodbye.
(b) Wave her hat on the street.
(c) Greet him with a kiss.
(d) Dance at court.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Verga explain Malpelo's father's death?

2. Why does the Marquis move in with the Countess?

3. What does Calandrino think his wife did when he walked through the door?

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

5. What does Hermes Torranza write in letters to Bianca?

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