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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the underworld, to whom do the governing spirits send Andrea to be judged?
(a) Perseus.
(b) Pluto.
(c) Thor.
(d) Zeus.

2. What does Villuppo reveal to the audience in an aside at the end of Act 1, Scene 3?
(a) That Alexandro is guilty.
(b) That Alexandro is not imprisoned.
(c) That he killed Balthazar.
(d) That he lied.

3. Where was Andrea slain?
(a) In a cave.
(b) In the forest.
(c) In his castle.
(d) In a battle.

4. What story does Villuppo tell the viceroy about what happened to Balthazar?
(a) Villuppo says Balthazar is indeed alive and will return.
(b) Villuppo says Balthazar was shot in the back by Alexandro.
(c) Villippo says he killed Balthazar with his own hands.
(d) Villuppo says Balthazar is indeed alive and is being held prisoner.

5. How do the king and his people celebrate their victory in the battle against Portugal?
(a) With a ball.
(b) With a parade.
(c) With a feast.
(d) With a new war.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who brings Andrea back to the living from the underworld?

2. To what play is The Spanish Tragedy a sequel?

3. What does the viceroy confirm with the two warriors/courtiers in Act 1, Scene 3?

4. What does the general report about the progress of Spain's war with Portugal in Act 1, Scene 2?

5. What does Alexandro tell the viceroy about Balthazar?

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