The Duchess of Malfi Quiz Questions | Quiz: Act 1, Scene 1 to Act 3, Scene 4

Quiz: Act 1, Scene 1 to Act 3, Scene 4

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. What sound was supposedly heard from the Duchess's room that caused Bosola to be suspicious?
a) Lots of women's laughter
b) A cry from someone asking to be set free
c) A shriek
d) Music

2. What role do the pilgrims play toward the end of the scene where the Cardinal resigns his position?
a) They serve as extras in the scene.
b) They are a distraction from all of the action.
c) They serve as means of showing what the townsfolk think of what has happened.
d) They have no role since they never talk.

3. What do the Cardinal and Ferdinand tell the Duchess before they leave to...
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