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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 did Bosola think that he had proven that the Duchess was pregnant?
(a) Because she quickly ate the apricots he gave her.
(b) Because she wouldn't accept a tight dress he gave her.
(c) Because he made her cry with a sad story.
(d) Because she couldn't run after him very quickly.

2. In Act 2, Scene 2, what major secret does Bosola still not know?
(a) That Antonio is stealing the Duchess's money.
(b) That the Duchess had twins.
(c) Nothing: Bosola knows all the secrets of everyone.
(d) That Antonio and the Duchess are secretly married.

3. What relationship do Julia and Castruchio have?
(a) They have no relationship.
(b) They are neighbors.
(c) They are married.
(d) They are brother and sister.

4. What causes Antonio to be suspicious of Bosola?
(a) Bosola's wandering around the palace after everyone was supposed to stay in their rooms.
(b) How Bosola is dressed.
(c) The book Bosola is reading.
(d) The lyrics of a song Bosola is singing

5. What does Antonio do to make sure no one knows what is happening with the Duchess?
(a) Gives her a sleeping potion.
(b) Sends her away.
(c) Orders all of the court gates shut.
(d) Lies and announces that she has died.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does the Duchess say to Antonio after eating the fruit Bosola gave her?

3. When the Duchess tells Ferdinand what she thought of his advice about remarrying, he:

4. How does Bosola treat the Old Lady when he catches her in a hurry?

5. What does Bosola give to the Duchess to try to find out the truth about her "condition"?

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