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

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

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

4. 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) Gives her a sleeping potion.
(d) Lies and announces that she has died.

5. After Bosola gives the Duchess fruit that makes her "sick," what does Bosola worry about the fruit?
(a) That it may have been poisoned without his knowledge.
(b) That she took all of it, and it was expensive.
(c) That he didn't give her enough.
(d) That she gave it away to other people.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Act 1, Scene 1, it becomes clear that Bosola thinks what of the Cardinal?

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

3. Why does the Old Lady return to the scene after the Duchess has eaten Bosola's fruit?

4. After the proposal, the Duchess and Antonio:

5. When the Duchess tells Ferdinand what she thought of his advice about remarrying, he:

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