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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Once he learns the news, Ferdinand seems most focused on:
(a) Figuring out who is going to pay to raise the baby.
(b) Revenge
(c) Supporting his sister.
(d) Going to see his sister so he can celebrate with her.

2. What kind of plot are the men planning when Act 3, Scene 3 first opens?
(a) A gambling plot
(b) A movie plot
(c) A military plot
(d) A romantic plot

3. What new position is the Cardinal taking up?
(a) He is not taking up any new position; he is retiring.
(b) Soldier
(c) Official historian of the town
(d) Governor

4. What happens to Antonio as a result of the Duchess's lie?
(a) He is executed that night.
(b) He is fired.
(c) He is sent off as "punishment."
(d) He is thrown in a Malfi jail.

5. Which word best describes Ferdinand's reaction the news?
(a) Fury
(b) Happiness
(c) Sadness
(d) Confusion

Short Answer Questions

1. Julia gives Pescara a letter, which contains a request from the Cardinal. What does it say?

2. When Ferdinand confronts the Duchess about having children, who does he think is their father?

3. What item does Bosola give Ferdinand at the end of the Act 3, Scene 1?

4. What is the Duchess's last statement before she dies?

5. Ferdinand believes that the Duchess is damned specifically because:

(see the answer key)

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