Act 5 Scene 4

Question 1

What is the setting of Act 5, Scene 4 of The Duchess of Malfi?

Answer 1

The scene takes place in a darkened room in the castle.

Question 2

True or False: In Act 5, Scene 4, the Duchess is alive.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Who is present in Act 5, Scene 4?

Answer 3

The characters present include Bosola, the Cardinal, and Antonio.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: Bosola reveals the death of the Duchess and her _____ in this scene.

Answer 4

children

Question 5

What does Bosola seek to do in Act 5, Scene 4?

Answer 5

Bosola seeks revenge for the deaths caused by the Cardinal and Ferdinand.

Question 6

What does the Cardinal say about the Duchess’s death?

Answer 6

The Cardinal expresses that the Duchess’s death was a necessary act.

Question 7

Multiple Choice: Who does Bosola confront in this scene? A) The Duchess B) The Cardinal C) Ferdinand D) Antonio

Answer 7

B) The Cardinal

Question 8

What does Bosola compare the Duchess’s death to?

Answer 8

He compares it to the slaughter of innocent beings.

Question 9

True or False: Bosola feels remorse for his actions throughout the play.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What is the emotional tone of Act 5, Scene 4?

Answer 10

The tone is dark and filled with despair.

Question 11

What does Bosola say he will do in response to the Duchess’s death?

Answer 11

He vows to take vengeance on those responsible.

Question 12

Fill in the blank: The Cardinal and Ferdinand are seen as _____ in this scene.

Answer 12

villains

Question 13

Short Answer: What does Bosola reveal about his own feelings towards the Duchess?

Answer 13

Bosola reveals that he admired the Duchess and regrets her death.

Question 14

What role does darkness play in Act 5, Scene 4?

Answer 14

Darkness symbolizes the moral corruption and despair of the characters.

Question 15

True or False: The scene concludes with a sense of hope for the future.

Answer 15

False

Question 16

What is the significance of the Duchess’s children in this scene?

Answer 16

They represent innocence lost and the tragic consequences of the family’s actions.

Question 17

Multiple Choice: Who does Bosola ultimately blame for the Duchess’s fate? A) Himself B) The Cardinal C) Ferdinand D) All of the above

Answer 17

D) All of the above

Question 18

What does the scene reveal about the theme of power and corruption?

Answer 18

It shows how the pursuit of power leads to moral decay and tragedy.

Question 19

Short Answer: How does Bosola’s character evolve in this scene?

Answer 19

Bosola evolves from a hired assassin to a tragic figure seeking redemption.

Question 20

What is the climax of Act 5, Scene 4?

Answer 20

The climax occurs when Bosola confronts the Cardinal and reveals his intentions for revenge.