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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 5, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Antonio is worried about what with the Duchess's brothers?
(a) Their reaction to not being invited to such a big event.
(b) Their reaction and lack of approval.
(c) Their reaction to how much money was spent on the party after the wedding.
(d) Their greed for Antonio's great wealth.

2. Bosola learns of the Cardinal's plans to kill him by:
(a) A dropped letter he found.
(b) The Cardinal told him directly.
(c) A letter Antonio sent him.
(d) Overhearing him.

3. Who does the Cardinal hire to spy on the Duchess?
(a) Ferdinand
(b) Bosola
(c) Delio
(d) No one

4. The Duchess hires Bosola as:
(a) Her guard
(b) Her chef
(c) Her personal assistant
(d) Her horseman/stable keeper

5. In an effort to protect Antonio, the Duchess lies about what?
(a) That he has been stealing from her.
(b) That he has murdered someone in the palace.
(c) That he spoke ill of her.
(d) That he does terrible work around the palace.

Short Answer Questions

1. Antonio accuses Cariola of:

2. When the Duchess sees the fake scene, what does she express?

3. What does Ferdinand tell Bosola to do in regards to the Duke of Malfi?

4. What item does Bosola give Ferdinand at the end of the Act 3, Scene 1?

5. The item Bosola brings to Antonio and the Duchess is originally from:

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