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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Foundling.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Count give up by signing some papers from the Marquise's father?
(a) He gives up his title.
(b) He gives up his inheritance.
(c) He gives up his self-respect.
(d) He gives up his conjugal rights.

2. What is Jerónimo about to do when the story begins?
(a) Hang himself.
(b) Go for a swim.
(c) Meet with Josefa.
(d) Go to sleep.

3. What does the Marquise's mother do without her husband's permission?
(a) She meets up with the Count.
(b) She sends a letter to the Marquise.
(c) She sends money to her daughter.
(d) She visits her daughter.

4. How old was Elvira when her house caught fire?
(a) Thirteen years old.
(b) Ten years old.
(c) Twenty years old.
(d) Sixteen years old.

5. Who is the girl that Elvira sees in Nicolo's room?
(a) A prostitute.
(b) A neighbor's daughter.
(c) Xaviera Tartini's maid.
(d) One of Piachi's housekeepers.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Jerónimo find Josefa?

2. Why does Piachi want to go to hell?

3. What does the Marquise do after Count F saves her?

4. What is Piachi's job?

5. According to the Count, what is the Marquise more of than the rest of them?

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