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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Act Three, who does Ferdinand tell the Duchess she must marry?
(a) No one; she is to become a nun
(b) Count Malateste
(c) Delio
(d) Her cousin

2. What reason does Bosola give for being out of his room in the middle of the night (when everyone is supposed to be staying in their bedchambers)?
(a) He always takes walks at night.
(b) He wanted to go to the courtyard to pray.
(c) He had a nightmare and couldn't sleep.
(d) He was trying to get his new baby to go to sleep.

3. Act 3, Scene 3 is a scene with many characters discussing a minor plot while a few other characters -- including Delio -- are making side comments and observing Ferdinand and the Cardinal. Delio's comments convey that he:
(a) Does not like or trust Ferdinand and the Cardinal.
(b) Is beginning to respect Ferdinand, but not the Cardinal.
(c) Is beginning to respect the Cardinal, but not Ferdinand.
(d) Is beginning to respect Ferdinand and the Cardinal.

4. What women are involved in the scheming of Act 3, Scene 3?
(a) Julia
(b) The Old Woman
(c) Cariola
(d) None

5. When Ferdinand descends into madness, what kind of creature does he think he is?
(a) A werewolf
(b) A horse
(c) An eagle
(d) A bear

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Pescara respond to the request in the letter?

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

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

4. What rumor about Antonio and the Duchess is circulating among the nobility?

5. Which words best describes the Cardinal's reaction to the news?

(see the answer key)

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