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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Antonio is worried about what with the Duchess's brothers?
(a) Their reaction to not being invited to such a big event.
(b) Their greed for Antonio's great wealth.
(c) Their reaction and lack of approval.
(d) Their reaction to how much money was spent on the party after the wedding.

3. In Act 1, Scene 1, which of the following men is described as very honest?
(a) Bosola
(b) Antonio
(c) The Cardinal
(d) Ferdinand

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

5. What does Delio pledge to Antonio before he departs for abroad?
(a) His daughter for marriage when she's old enough
(b) His loyalty
(c) That he'll never return
(d) That he'll bring back an army

Short Answer Questions

1. Antonio tells Bosola that Bosola is the chief suspect in:

2. After Antonio confronts Bosola outside of the Duchess's room, what does he drop as he walks away from Bosola?

3. The Duchess hires Bosola because:

4. After Bosola gives the Duchess fruit that makes her "sick," what does Bosola worry about the fruit?

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

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