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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 first causes Bosola to be suspicious of Antonio?
(a) Antonio's sweating even though it is cold.
(b) A large package Antonio is carrying beneath a blanket.
(c) The old lady Antonio is talking to.
(d) Antonio's refusal to answer any questions.

2. What does Bosola give to the Duchess to try to find out the truth about her "condition"?
(a) Apples
(b) Apricots
(c) Plums
(d) Cherries

3. The Duchess and Antonio decide to get married because:
(a) Her brothers want her to marry as soon as possible.
(b) They have to do it because of their families.
(c) The Duchess is already pregnant with Antonio's baby.
(d) They love each other very much.

4. What two main characters are wandering around the palace in Act 2, Scene 3?
(a) Bosola and the Cardinal
(b) Antonio and Bosola
(c) Antonio and the Duchess
(d) Bosola and the Duchess

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bosola do upon finding Antonio's dropped item outside of the Duchess's door?

2. What causes Antonio to be suspicious of Bosola?

3. When Delios and Julia are interrupted, how does Delio react to the interruption?

4. What does Delio ask Julia to do for him?

5. Antonio is worried about what with the Duchess's brothers?

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