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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Old Lady return to the scene after the Duchess has eaten Bosola's fruit?
(a) To steal money from people during the chaos.
(b) To help the Duchess give birth.
(c) To get back at Bosola.
(d) To put a curse on everyone.

2. When the Duchess leaves after eating the fruit Bosola gave her, she is feeling:
(a) Very happy
(b) Not very well at all
(c) Very sleepy
(d) Very energetic

3. Antonio responds to the Duchess's proposal by saying that:
(a) He finds the idea laughable.
(b) He is not worthy of her, but loves and is devoted to her anyway.
(c) He cannot marry someone as old as she is.
(d) He is above her position in society, but will think about her offer.

4. What does the Duchess say to Antonio after eating the fruit Bosola gave her?
(a) That she fears she is undone.
(b) That she is happy to be going on a trip.
(c) That she thinks her brothers will be arriving soon.
(d) That she no longer loves him.

5. When Delio and Julia are talking about a potential arrangement, someone walks in and interrupts. What does this person announce?
(a) That it is time for her to go to church.
(b) That Julia's husband has delivered a letter to Ferdinand that has made him angry.
(c) That Julia's husband is searching for her.
(d) That dinner is ready.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Antonio think his sudden affliction is while he's speaking with Bosolo (when Antonio finds him out of his room)?

2. What does Delio pledge to Antonio before he departs for abroad?

3. Where does Antonio send Delio?

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

5. How does Delio react to Antonio's secret?

(see the answer key)

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