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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. What prized possession does Antonio entrust with Delio?
(a) A secret letter for the Cardinal explaining everything
(b) His family fortune
(c) His secrets
(d) His family sword

2. How does the Duchess describe herself before she exits Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) As angry because her attendants never leave her alone.
(b) As growing fat and short of breath.
(c) As very excited about an upcoming party.
(d) As very shy.

3. What key information does Bosola still not understand by the end of Act 2, Scene 3?
(a) That Antonio is stealing the Duchess's money.
(b) That the Duchess has fled in the night.
(c) That the Duchess and Antonio are married.
(d) That Antonio knows he is a spy for the Duchess's brothers.

4. After Antonio find Bosola out of his room, what happens to Antonio when he confronts Bosola?
(a) He gets a nosebleed.
(b) His stomach starts to hurt.
(c) He starts coughing uncontrollably.
(d) He faints.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When the Duchess leaves after eating the fruit Bosola gave her, she is feeling:

2. How does Bosola treat the old lady who he meets in Act 2, Scene 1?

3. Cariola is:

4. What does Antonio do to make sure no one knows what is happening with the Duchess?

5. Why is Antonio afraid when the Duchess leaves so quickly after eating the fruit Bosola gave her?

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