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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Cariola declare after the wedding?
(a) That the Duchess is too young to marry.
(b) That the Duchess married well, because Antonio is very rich.
(c) That Antonio will be a great father, and the Duchess a great mother.
(d) That the Duchess is a great woman, but that she pities her.

3. What does the Cardinal try to do to Ferdinand?
(a) Kidnap him
(b) Calm him down
(c) Bribe him
(d) Kill him

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

5. Why did Julia really come to Rome?
(a) To visit the Cardinal.
(b) For a relaxing vacation.
(c) To divorce her husband.
(d) To spend money she stole.

Short Answer Questions

1. What two main characters are wandering around the palace in Act 2, Scene 3?

2. When Delio and Julia are talking about a potential arrangement, someone walks in and interrupts. What does this person announce?

3. How does the Duchess describe herself before she exits Act 2, Scene 1?

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

5. How do Ferdinand and the Cardinal learn this new information?

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