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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Ferdinand and the Cardinal learn this new information?
(a) From a letter the Duchess wrote them herself
(b) From Delio's confession
(c) From the letter Castruchio delivered
(d) From Antonio's confession

2. What two main characters are wandering around the palace in Act 2, Scene 3?
(a) Antonio and the Duchess
(b) Bosola and the Duchess
(c) Bosola and the Cardinal
(d) Antonio and Bosola

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

4. What prized possession does Antonio entrust with Delio?
(a) His family fortune
(b) A secret letter for the Cardinal explaining everything
(c) His family sword
(d) His secrets

5. In Act 1, Scene 1, it becomes clear that Bosola thinks what of the Cardinal?
(a) That he is an honest, trustworthy religious man.
(b) That he is dishonest and has the devil in him.
(c) That he is an excellent horseman.
(d) Bosola doesn't know him well enough to have an opinion yet.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason did Julia give her husband for coming to Rome?

2. After Ferdinand returns to the Duchess's palace to confront her about her children, which of the following does The Duchess finally confess to Ferdinand?

3. When Delio is proposing an arrangement between himself and Julia, what does he offer Julia for her service?

4. In an effort to protect Antonio, the Duchess lies about what?

5. How many children does the Duchess have when Act 3 opens?

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