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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What first causes Bosola to be suspicious of Antonio?
(a) The old lady Antonio is talking to.
(b) Antonio's sweating even though it is cold.
(c) A large package Antonio is carrying beneath a blanket.
(d) Antonio's refusal to answer any questions.

2. Who is the Duke of Malfi?
(a) The ruler of their part of the country.
(b) Ferdinand's son who is away at war.
(c) The Duchess's son from her first marriage.
(d) The Cardinal's son.

3. After Pescara responds to Julia's letter from the Cardinal, where does he say he is going?
(a) To see the Cardinal right away.
(b) To the town market.
(c) To visit Ferdinand, who is sick.
(d) To church.

4. What do Delio and Silvio make fun of Malateste for?
(a) Not being a genuine soldier and only pretending to be one.
(b) Having a speech impediment.
(c) Giving too much money to the church.
(d) Being too old to get married.

5. What does Ferdinand tell Bosola to do in regards to the Duke of Malfi?
(a) Ask him for money for the upcoming war.
(b) Go and seek his religious counsel.
(c) Write to him.
(d) Advise him about the problems in the local government.

Short Answer Questions

1. What women are involved in the scheming of Act 3, Scene 3?

2. Act 3, Scene 3 is a scene with many characters discussing a minor plot. Who interrupts the scene to bring an important message to the Cardinal and Ferdinand about the Duchess?

3. What kind of plot are the men planning when Act 3, Scene 3 first opens?

4. What two main characters are wandering around the palace in Act 2, Scene 3?

5. What reason does Bosola give for being out of his room in the middle of the night (when everyone is supposed to be staying in their bedchambers)?

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