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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Spanish court, who pleads with Horatio to tell her more about the circumstances of Andrea's death, referring poetically to how much she loved him?
(a) Elizabeth.
(b) Lorenza.
(c) Bel-Imperia.
(d) Alexandria.

2. Which of the following describes the viceroy's complaints at the beginning of Act 3, Scene 1?
(a) They are written in blank verse.
(b) They are full of alliteration.
(c) They are extravagant.
(d) They are written in rhyme.

3. To whom does Bel-Imperia find herself attracted in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) Horatio.
(b) Lorenzo.
(c) Andrea.
(d) Balthazar.

4. Why does Isabella not take the advice in Act 3, Scene 8?
(a) Because her husband has advised against it.
(b) Because she says there's no medicine for her heart.
(c) Because she is allergic to the remedies.
(d) She does take the advice.

5. Why is Hieronimo expected at the king's banquet in Act 1, Scene 4?
(a) He is not invited.
(b) To provide the entertainment.
(c) To cater the party.
(d) To deliver the tribute.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following statements describes the depiction of the afterlife in Act 3, Scene 8?

2. Why does Isabella run out as the maid tries to call her at the end of Act 3, Scene 8?

3. What did Horatio insist happen to Andrea's body after his death?

4. Who is Horatio's father?

5. Why does the king want a marriage between Bel-Imperia and Balthazar?

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