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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. Which word best describes Ferdinand's reaction the news?
(a) Fury
(b) Sadness
(c) Happiness
(d) Confusion

2. The Duchess believes her reputation to be safe because:
(a) She has never lied to anyone.
(b) She is very wealthy.
(c) She is in fact married, even if it's a secret.
(d) Her brothers have a good reputation.

3. How does the Cardinal believe the Duchess should be punished?
(a) He believes she should be forgiven for her sins.
(b) By being banished with Antonio and their children.
(c) By going into solitude for 1 year.
(d) By having to pay the church as penance for her sins.

4. When Delios and Julia are interrupted, how does Julia react to the interruption?
(a) She hides behind a curtain.
(b) She exits the scene.
(c) She faints.
(d) She yells at everyone.

5. When Antonio and the Duchess separate at the end of Act 3, Antonio takes with him:
(a) All of their children
(b) Their family crest
(c) What little money they have left
(d) Their eldest son

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the Cardinal respond to Ferdinand's suggestion after learning the news?

2. What is the Duchess's last statement before she dies?

3. When Delio is proposing an arrangement between himself and Julia, what does he offer Julia for her service?

4. When Delio and Julia are talking about a potential arrangement between themsevles, who walks in and interrupts?

5. Which of the following does Ferdinand propose be done to the subject of the news?

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