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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scenes 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Corbaccio react when he hears that Valpone's health is failing?
(a) He is confused.
(b) He is apathetic.
(c) He is deeply saddened.
(d) He is excited.

2. Which of the following is NOT a reason Mosca gives to Corbaccio for renaming Valpone as his own heir?
(a) Valpone will greatly appreciate the gesture.
(b) Corbaccio's family is dishonest and plotting to kill the old man themselves.
(c) Corbaccio will surely outlive Valpone and can change his will again later.
(d) Valpone will be forced to return the favor by renaming Corbaccio as his heir.

3. When is the only time Celia is allowed to leave the house?
(a) To go to the grocer.
(b) To go to the lake.
(c) To go to church.
(d) To go to the hairdresser.

4. What is Valpone willing to sacrifice in order to make Celia his?
(a) His health.
(b) His wealth.
(c) His disguise.
(d) His youth.

5. Which part of Corbaccio is failing?
(a) His sight.
(b) His memory.
(c) His hearing.
(d) His voice.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has Valpone been pretending to be sick when Voltoro arrives?

2. Which of the following best describes the character Castrone?

3. Who prompted Sir Polical Would-Be to visit Venice?

4. In what country have Sir Political Would-Be and Peregrine met?

5. Who does Mosca suggest Corbaccio disinherit?

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