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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Mosca hurry Voltore out the door after his visit with Valpone?
(a) Because Voltore can see that Valpone is not really sick.
(b) To make room for another visitor.
(c) Because Mosca does not want Valpone to overhear their conversation.
(d) Because Voltore does not have enough money to stay longer.

2. Where does Corvino press the jewels he has brought for Valpone?
(a) Next to Valpone's ear.
(b) Into Valpone's hand.
(c) Against Valpone's heart.
(d) Against Valpone's temple.

3. What nationality is Peregrine?
(a) English.
(b) Scottish.
(c) Irish.
(d) Italian.

4. What term does Valpone use to describe his three unusual visitors?
(a) Beggars.
(b) Jesters.
(c) Vermin.
(d) Fools.

5. What do Corvino and Mosca discuss, thinking that Valpone cannot hear them?
(a) How much Valpone lies to the world.
(b) How Valpone has no respect for women.
(c) How disgusting Valpone's body is.
(d) How abusive Valpone is to his hired help.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Valpone tell Mosca is the best way to spend riches?

3. Which of the following adjectives best describes Sir Political Would-Be?

4. Who does Mosca tell that Valpone has named his heir?

5. How does Valpone react to Corbaccio's second gift?

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