My Last Duchess (Poem) Quiz

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Have you read the poem- "My Last Duchess" by the popular poet Robert Browning? If yes, then you must try playing this 'My Last Duchess Quiz' that is given below. This quiz is based entirely on the context of the poem 'My Last Duchess'. Do you think you'll be able to pass this test? Let's see how much you score on this quiz. So, get ready and start answering these questions. Good luck with this test!

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  • 2. 

    Where does this poem take place?

    • Carentan, France

    • Ferrara, Italy

    • Amberg, Germany

    • Cardiff, England

    Correct Answer
    A. Ferrara, Italy
    Explanation
    The correct answer for this question is Ferrara, Italy. This can be inferred from the information given in the question, which asks about the location of the poem. Since Ferrara, Italy is one of the options provided, it can be assumed that the poem takes place in Ferrara, Italy.

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  • 3. 

    My Last Duchess is a ___________. 

    • Autobiographical poem

    • Dramatic monologue

    • Dramatic lyric

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Dramatic monologue
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "dramatic monologue." In the poem "My Last Duchess," the speaker, who is revealed to be a duke, addresses an unseen listener, providing a detailed account of his late wife. The poem is characterized by the single, uninterrupted speech of the duke, making it a dramatic monologue. The speaker's words give insight into his character, his relationship with his wife, and his possessive nature, making it a prime example of this literary form.

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  • 4. 

    How does the Duke feel about his last duchess's behavior towards others?

    • Proud

    • Indifferent

    • Jealous

    • Pleased

    Correct Answer
    A. Jealous
    Explanation
    In "My Last Duchess," the Duke expresses jealousy regarding his last duchess's behavior towards others. He is particularly bothered by her friendly and appreciative nature, which he perceives as too easily impressed by others. The Duke's jealousy and desire for complete control over his wife's affections contribute to the darker themes explored in the poem.

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  • 5. 

    The poem was published in the year _______. 

    • 1842

    • 1860

    • 1858

    • 1863

    Correct Answer
    A. 1842
    Explanation
    The given question asks for the year in which the poem was published. The correct answer is 1842.

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  • 6. 

    What is the structure of this poem?

    • Rhymed Iambic Pentameter

    • Free-verse

    • Un-rhymed Iambic tetrameter

    • Un-rhymed iambic pentameter

    Correct Answer
    A. Rhymed Iambic Pentameter
    Explanation
    The structure of this poem is rhymed iambic pentameter. This means that the poem follows a specific pattern of stressed and unstressed syllables (iambic) and has a consistent rhyme scheme. The use of pentameter indicates that each line of the poem contains five iambs, or sets of stressed and unstressed syllables. The presence of rhyme in the poem further emphasizes its structured nature.

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  • 7. 

    What is the word mantle as used in the poem? "Her mantle laps over my lady’s wrist too much.”

    • A shelf or counter

    • A bracelet

    • A cloak

    • An exotic fruit

    Correct Answer
    A. A cloak
    Explanation
    In the given poem, the word "mantle" is used to describe something that laps over the poet's lady's wrist too much. This suggests that it is a piece of clothing that is worn on the upper body. A cloak fits this description as it is a loose outer garment that is worn over other clothing and typically covers the shoulders and extends down to the wrists. Therefore, the word "mantle" in the poem refers to a cloak.

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  • 8. 

    The story of this poem belongs to which century? 

    • Nineteenth Century

    • Sixteenth Century

    • Twentieth Century

    • Eighteenth Century

    Correct Answer
    A. Sixteenth Century
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Sixteenth Century." This means that the story of the poem belongs to the 16th century.

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  • 9. 

    What does the Duke mean by “Her (the Duchess’s) looks went everywhere?”

    • She was too easily distracted by things and, therefore, did not pay enough attention to the Duke.

    • She suffered from Amblyopia causing her eyes to look in different directions of each other and cause the Duke to see her as unattractive.

    • She was tempted by other men and very unfaithful to the Duke.

    • She was overly cautious and her eyes were constantly scanning for danger.

    Correct Answer
    A. She was tempted by other men and very unfaithful to the Duke.
    Explanation
    The Duke means that the Duchess was constantly looking at other men and being unfaithful to him. Her looks were not focused on him, but instead, she was easily tempted by other men. This suggests that the Duchess was not loyal to the Duke and was involved in multiple affairs.

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  • 10. 

    How would the tone of this poem best be described?

    • Mischievous

    • Ironic

    • Unsettling

    • Pompous

    • Threatening

    Correct Answer
    A. Unsettling
    Explanation
    The tone of this poem can be described as unsettling because it creates a sense of unease or discomfort in the reader. The poem may contain elements that are disturbing, eerie, or unsettling in nature, evoking a feeling of tension or anxiety. The language, imagery, or subject matter used in the poem may contribute to this unsettling tone, leaving the reader with a sense of uneasiness or disquiet.

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