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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Delio is proposing an arrangement between himself and Julia, what does he offer Julia for her service?
(a) A new palace
(b) A jewel-encrusted dagger
(c) Gold
(d) Jewels

2. What rumor about Antonio and the Duchess is circulating among the common people?
(a) That the Duchess has 2 husbands.
(b) That the Duchess is cruel and mean.
(c) That the Duchess is a prostitute.
(d) That the Duchess is very sick.

3. What is unique about the structure of Act 3, Scene 4?
(a) Much of the action is done without dialogue but with song instead.
(b) No one actually sees each other; they are talking only through walls.
(c) It is done only by candlelight.
(d) It is done in absolute silence.

4. What two main characters are wandering around the palace in Act 2, Scene 3?
(a) Antonio and Bosola
(b) Bosola and the Duchess
(c) Bosola and the Cardinal
(d) Antonio and the Duchess

5. After Antonio confronts Bosola outside of the Duchess's room, what does he drop as he walks away from Bosola?
(a) The Duchess's blood-stained handkerchief
(b) A few pieces of gold
(c) His dagger
(d) A nativity/horoscope for the new baby

Short Answer Questions

1. When the executioners enter the Duchess's chamber, what three items do they bring with them?

2. What does Antonio announce has been stolen from the Duchess's chamber?

3. How is the Duchess murdered?

4. 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?

5. Ferdinand believes the Duchess's reputation is ruined because:

(see the answer key)

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