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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. Antonio tells Bosola that Bosola is the chief suspect in:
(a) The theft of the Duchess's jewels.
(b) Being the father of the Duchess's baby.
(c) The theft of the silverware in the palace.
(d) The loud singing heard throughout the palace at night.

2. When the Duchess tells Ferdinand what she thought of his advice about remarrying, he:
(a) Shows her a dagger as a threat.
(b) Embraces her in a long hug.
(c) Gets sad again about having to leave.
(d) Gives her a secret letter she should read later.

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

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

5. Cariola is:
(a) The Duchess's assistant
(b) Antonio's daughter
(c) The Cardinal's secret lover
(d) Ferdinand's wife

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 1, which of the following men is described as very honest?

2. What secret does Antonio tell Delio in Act 2, Scene 1?

3. Before the play begins, the Cardinal and Bosola knew each other because:

4. What first causes Bosola to be suspicious of Antonio?

5. What does Delio pledge to Antonio before he departs for abroad?

(see the answer key)

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