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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Delio tell Antonio to ease his fears after the Duchess eats the fruit Bosola gave her?
(a) That he'll start spying on the Duchess and tell Antonio what he learns.
(b) That he worries too much about everything.
(c) To tell others that the Duchess is sick from Bosola's "poisoned" apricots.
(d) That he'll still get the Duchess's money, even if she dies.

3. Which of the following characters are all related?
(a) The Cardinal, Ferdinand, and Antonio
(b) Ferdinand, Antonio, and Bosola
(c) Antonio, Bosola, and the Duchess
(d) The Cardinal, Ferdinand, and the Duchess

4. The Duchess thinks that her brothers' advice about remarrying:
(a) Is very smart for a woman in her position.
(b) Was something she already knew.
(c) Will make her feel better after they leave.
(d) Was rehearsed.

5. How does Bosola treat the old lady who he meets in Act 2, Scene 1?
(a) With surprise and excitement
(b) With contempt and rudeness
(c) With manners and respect
(d) With sadness and grief

Short Answer Questions

1. Cariola's statement after the wedding can be seen as foreshadowing what?

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

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

4. The Duchess hires Bosola because:

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

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