"The Duchess of Malfi" Quiz
A widowed duchess secretly marries her steward, leading to a tragic and deadly outcome.
plays | 134 pages | Published in 1614
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Test your knowledge about the book "The Duchess of Malfi". We have come up with 10 quiz questions for the book. Hit play and start testing your knowledge. Each correctly answered question gives one point.
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Essay questions
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- How does the theme of power and corruption manifest in 'The Duchess of Malfi'?
- Discuss the role of revenge in the play. How do the characters' desires for revenge drive the plot?
- Analyze the character of the Duchess. How does she defy societal expectations and assert her agency?
- Examine the symbolism of the cardinal and Ferdinand. What do they represent in the context of the play?
- Explore the theme of love and its consequences in 'The Duchess of Malfi.' How do the characters' romantic relationships impact the tragic events?
- Discuss the use of dramatic irony in the play. How does it contribute to the audience's understanding of the characters' motivations?
- How does the setting of the play, particularly the dark and oppressive atmosphere, contribute to the overall mood and themes?
