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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mosca feel about Voltore's defense of Valpone in the court room?

2. What is the poem about that Nano recites for Valpone?

3. According to the rumors, to which country was Sir Politic planning on selling Venice to?

4. How do the legacy hunters react to the news that Mosca has been named as Valpone's heir?

5. Why is Corvino worried that his reputation might be tarnished in court?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Historians have long struggled to classify "Valpone" as either a tragedy or a comedy. Briefly explain the characteristics of each genre and argue which category you believe "Valpone" belongs to, and why.

Essay Topic 2

Many critics of Jonson's play argue that Jonson, as the narrator and creator of the play, is an arrogant and boastful author. Describe two moments in which Jonson appears arrogant, and argue whether or not you agree with the critics based on the two examples provided. What motivations might Jonson have for creating an arrogant persona as the narrator of this play?

Essay Topic 3

Halfway through the play, Mosca is described as parasite rather than a servant. Explain what it means to be a parasite in the text of this play and argue whether or not this is a fair assessment of Mosca's character.

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