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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do the pilgrims think what they do about the Duchess's choice to marry Antonio?
(a) They are grateful to God for such a happy union.
(b) They are happy, because the wedding has been planned for a long time.
(c) They are surprised, because the Duchess is "beneath" Antonio.
(d) They are surprised, because Antonio is "beneath" the Duchess.

2. What key piece of information do the Cardinal and Ferdinand finally have in Act 2, Scene 5?
(a) The Duchess has run away.
(b) The Duchess has had a baby.
(c) The Duchess is coming to visit them.
(d) Antonio is stealing from the Duchess.

3. After Ferdinand returns to the Duchess's palace to confront her about her children, which of the following does The Duchess finally confess to Ferdinand?
(a) That she desperately needs money.
(b) That she is very sick and may die soon.
(c) That she is married.
(d) That she has had 3 children by 3 different men.

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

5. What has the Cardinal convinced the Pope to do with the Duchess's belongings?
(a) Burn them.
(b) Take them as a gift for the church.
(c) Sell them.
(d) Confiscate them.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the final comments from the pilgrims foreshadow?

2. Antonio tells Bosola that Bosola is the chief suspect in:

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

4. Which words best describes the Cardinal's reaction to the news?

5. What sound was supposedly heard from the Duchess's room that caused Bosola to be suspicious?

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