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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Antonio confronts Bosola outside of the Duchess's room, what does he drop as he walks away from Bosola?
(a) A few pieces of gold
(b) A nativity/horoscope for the new baby
(c) His dagger
(d) The Duchess's blood-stained handkerchief

2. Antonio tells Bosola that Bosola is the chief suspect in:
(a) The loud singing heard throughout the palace at night.
(b) The theft of the silverware in the palace.
(c) The theft of the Duchess's jewels.
(d) Being the father of the Duchess's baby.

3. Why is the Old Lady in such a hurry?
(a) She is trying to meet Bosola secretly before he leaves.
(b) She is helping the Duchess give birth.
(c) She is trying to find Bosola to get her revenge on him.
(d) She is helping the Duchess flee in the night.

4. In Act 2, Scene 2, what major secret does Bosola still not know?
(a) Nothing: Bosola knows all the secrets of everyone.
(b) That Antonio and the Duchess are secretly married.
(c) That the Duchess had twins.
(d) That Antonio is stealing the Duchess's money.

5. The Duchess and Antonio decide to get married because:
(a) They love each other very much.
(b) They have to do it because of their families.
(c) Her brothers want her to marry as soon as possible.
(d) The Duchess is already pregnant with Antonio's baby.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Delio pledge to Antonio before he departs for abroad?

2. What does Bosola give to the Duchess to try to find out the truth about her "condition"?

3. What prized possession does Antonio entrust with Delio?

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

5. Cariola's statement after the wedding can be seen as foreshadowing what?

(see the answer key)

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