The Duchess of Malfi - Act 3, Scenes 1-2 Quiz

What does Bosola report to Ferdinand about the Duchess?

Question Answer Choices She has three children She plans to flee She has taken a lover She is plotting against him

What does Bosola suggest the Duchess should do to disguise her plan to meet Antonio at Ancona?

Question Answer Choices Feign a pilgrimage to Our Lady of Loretto Claim to be going on a business trip Announce a visit to a nearby noble Pretend to visit a sick relative

What has the common people come to think of the Duchess?

Question Answer Choices They think of her as a witch They think of her as a queen They think of her as a saint They think of her as a strumpet

What does Bosola praise Antonio for being?

Question Answer Choices A cunning, strategic thinker A brave, fearless soldier A wise, knowledgeable scholar A modest, virtuous man

What does Bosola agree to take to Antonio on the Duchess's instruction?

Question Answer Choices Her food and supplies Her clothes and belongings Her letters and documents Her coin and jewelry

What does Ferdinand hold when the Duchess sees him after discussing her secret marriage?

Question Answer Choices A letter A key A ring A poniard

Why does the Duchess plan to send Antonio to Ancona?

Question Answer Choices To protect their honor To find a safe hiding place To gather allies To seek medical treatment

Who does the Duchess confide in about Antonio being the father of her children?

Question Answer Choices Cariola Delio Bosola Ferdinand

What does Ferdinand suggest the Duchess should do after discovering her secret marriage?

Question Answer Choices Commit suicide Confess to the church Divorce Antonio Leave the court

What does Ferdinand vow after expressing his anger at the Duchess's tarnished reputation?

Question Answer Choices He will never see her more He will send her to a convent He will disown her He will imprison her