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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the Cardinal hire to spy on the Duchess?
(a) Delio
(b) No one
(c) Ferdinand
(d) Bosola

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

3. After Bosola gives the Duchess fruit that makes her "sick," what does Bosola worry about the fruit?
(a) That he didn't give her enough.
(b) That she took all of it, and it was expensive.
(c) That it may have been poisoned without his knowledge.
(d) That she gave it away to other people.

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

5. What is unique about the structure of Act 3, Scene 4?
(a) Much of the action is done without dialogue but with song instead.
(b) It is done only by candlelight.
(c) No one actually sees each other; they are talking only through walls.
(d) It is done in absolute silence.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is/are the gender(s) of the Duchess's child(ren)?

2. What position is the Cardinal resigning from?

3. In Act 1, Scene 1, which of the following men is described as very honest?

4. How does the Cardinal believe the Duchess should be punished?

5. What does Ferdinand tell Bosola to do in regards to the Duke of Malfi?

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