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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the final comments from the pilgrims foreshadow?

2. Which severed body part does Ferdinand give the Duchess during her imprisonment?

3. What does the Cardinal ask Ancona to do?

4. What women are involved in the scheming of Act 3, Scene 3?

5. Who murders Julia?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The character of Julia has a complicated role in the play. Using three specific examples of her actions, present an argument about why she is a respectable person, or why she is not a respectable person.

Essay Topic 2

Bosola is a very complicated character in this play. What do you think were the "good" choices he made in the story? Do you think any character in the play sees him clearly? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Antonio often acts on information given to him by others, and follows the instructions of other people. Is this wise on his part? Why or why not? Use at least 3 examples from the text to support your thesis.

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