The Duchess of Malfi

by

John Webster

The Duchess of Malfi: Act 2, Scene 2 Quiz 3 questions

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What does Bosola's treatment of the Old Lady at the beginning of the scene suggest about his character?
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He is often playful and humorous
He is nervous in front of women
He possibly has a sour disposition
He thinks the Old Lady is tricking him
Why does Antonio lie that the Duchess has been poisoned and that a robbery has taken place?
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To create chaos in order to keep Bosola distant
To distract everyone from the fact that the Duchess is giving birth
To trick the Old Lady into thinking the Duchess might die
To protect the Swiss guard who has been accused of the robbery
What action does Antonio take immediately after learning he has a son?
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He decides to celebrate by dueling Bosola
He decides to hide his son from the Duchess
He sends Delio to Rome to announce the birth
He decides to have his son's horoscope read