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1.

What is the object of the duke’s discussion at the beginning of the poem?
- A.
  
  A painting of dogs playing poker
- B.
  
  A painting of Neptune
- C.
  
  A painting of Neptune taming sea horses
- D.
  
  A painting of his last Duchess
Correct Answer
D. A painting of his last Duchess

Explanation
The correct answer is "A painting of his last Duchess". The poem is about a Duke who is discussing a painting of his previous wife, the Duchess. He talks about her beauty, her flirtatious nature, and how he ultimately had her killed for not being completely devoted to him. The painting serves as a representation of the Duchess and the Duke's feelings towards her.

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How old did the Duke say his name is?
- A.
  
  60
- B.
  
  800
- C.
  
  900
- D.
  
  42
Correct Answer
C. 900
3.

Who was the author of the poem?
- A.
  
  Elizabeth Barrett
- B.
  
  Robert Browning
- C.
  
  Lord Alfred Tennyson
- D.
  
  John Donne
Correct Answer
B. Robert Browning

Explanation
The correct answer is Robert Browning.

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What did the Duke say was one of the duchess' faults?
5.

Give one positive trait and in separate sentence make it sound negative.
6.

Do you think The Duke murdered The Duchess? Why or Why notuse evidence to support

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My Last Duchess Quiz

What is the object of the duke’s discussion at the beginning of the poem?

How old did the Duke say his name is?

Who was the author of the poem?

What did the Duke say was one of the duchess' faults?

Give one positive trait and in separate sentence make it sound negative.

Do you think The Duke murdered The Duchess? Why or Why notuse evidence to support