My Last Duchess Flashcards
Who is the author of the poem ‘My Last Duchess’?
Robert Browning
What form is the poem ‘My Last Duchess’ written in?
Dramatic monologue
What is the main theme of the poem ‘My Last Duchess’?
Power, control, jealousy
Who is the speaker in the poem ‘My Last Duchess’?
The Duke
What is the setting of the poem ‘My Last Duchess’?
Italy, Renaissance period
What is the name of the painting the Duke shows to the listener in the poem ‘My Last Duchess’?
The portrait of his late wife, the Duchess
What happened to the Duchess in the poem ‘My Last Duchess’?
She was killed by the Duke
What does the Duke reveal about his character through his words in the poem ‘My Last Duchess’?
His possessiveness, arrogance, and lack of empathy
What is the significance of the title ‘My Last Duchess’?
It suggests that the Duke has had multiple wives and the Duchess was his last one
How does the Duke feel about the Duchess’s behavior in the poem ‘My Last Duchess’?
He is displeased with her friendly and appreciative nature towards others
