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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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?
(a) That she desperately needs money.
(b) That she is very sick and may die soon.
(c) That she has had 3 children by 3 different men.
(d) That she is married.

2. What reason did Julia give her husband for coming to Rome?
(a) She wanted to get some new dresses in the city.
(b) To visit sick relatives.
(c) Religious reasons
(d) For a relaxing vacation.

3. What does Delio pledge to Antonio before he departs for abroad?
(a) That he'll never return
(b) That he'll bring back an army
(c) His loyalty
(d) His daughter for marriage when she's old enough

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

5. The Duchess proposes to Antonio by:
(a) Asking him to write down her will.
(b) Presenting him with gold.
(c) Dressing up as someone else.
(d) Getting down on one knee.

Short Answer Questions

1. After Bosola gives the Duchess fruit that makes her "sick," what does Bosola worry about the fruit?

2. What causes Antonio to be suspicious of Bosola?

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

4. After Antonio find Bosola out of his room, what happens to Antonio when he confronts Bosola?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Ferdinand leave the dagger with the Duchess?

2. Bosola questions Ferdinand about Ferdinand's treatment of the Duchess in Act 4. What does Bosola request?

3. Both Ferdinand and the Cardinal react strongly to the news of their sister's baby. Who reacts in a more gruesome manner? Please refer to the text in your answer.

4. How does Bosola find out that the Cardinal was behind the scheme to kill the Duchess?

5. What reasons does Antonio have to be suspicious of Bosola?

6. Did Delio have a good reason to be worried that Antonio had been betrayed? Why or why not?

7. How does Delio show his support and friendship to Antonio before Antonio leaves to demand a reconciliation with the Cardinal?

8. What is Ferdinand's reaction to finding out about the Duchess's baby?

9. What does the birth of the Duchess's son mean?

10. Is the Cardinal well respected by Bosola? Why or why not?

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