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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

2. What does Jonson say is the reason why he wants to write a play?
(a) He wants to tell stories; they are in his blood.
(b) He wants to create a piece of artwork.
(c) He wants to create something enjoyable.
(d) He wants to see his own name in print.

3. Which is the second university that Jonson dedicates his play to?
(a) Brown University.
(b) East Anglia University.
(c) New York University.
(d) Cambridge University.

4. How does Corvino respond to Mosca's proposal of violence?
(a) He ignores Mosca completely
(b) He tells Mosca that he will consider it.
(c) He refuses.
(d) He agrees.

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

6. What role are the two men playing for Valpone when they arrive at Celia's home?
(a) Sergeants.
(b) Scouts.
(c) Spies.
(d) Sailors.

7. When Volotre arrives, what does Valpone rush to change into?
(a) His pajamas.
(b) His riding clothes.
(c) His old school uniform.
(d) His sick clothes.

8. What event does Corvino tell his wife to dress for after his conversation with Mosca?
(a) A funeral.
(b) A feast.
(c) A wedding.
(d) An opera.

9. Which of the following adjectives best describes the character Corbaccio?
(a) Foreign.
(b) Young.
(c) Old.
(d) Dangerous.

10. What two jewels has Corvino brought for Valpone?
(a) A sapphire and a garnet.
(b) An opal and an amethyst.
(c) A pearl and a diamond.
(d) An emerald and a ruby.

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

12. Who successfully wins the prize that Valpone is offering to the passersby?
(a) Lady Politcal Would-Be.
(b) Peregrine.
(c) Celia.
(d) Sir Political Would-Be.

13. How does Corvino think Celia has betrayed him?
(a) Through plotting to run away with the Medicine Man.
(b) Through her conversation with the Medicine Man.
(c) Through kissing the Medicine Man.
(d) Through her stroking of the Medicine Man's face.

14. Why have Nano, Castrone, and Androgyno come to visit with Valpone?
(a) To fight him.
(b) To beg from him.
(c) To entertain him.
(d) To woo him.

15. What does Valpone say that riches are better than?
(a) Love.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Wisdom.
(d) Humor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Mosca tell Voltore he is sure will be named Valpone's heir?

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

3. How is Celia treated by her husband?

4. Why does Mosca hurry Voltore out the door after his visit with Valpone?

5. What term does Valpone use to describe his three unusual visitors?

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