Cardinal

Question 1

“But this great fellow were able to possess the greatest devil and make him worse.”

Answer 1

A1S1 Bosola establishes Cardinal’s religious corruption, as even though he is tied to something holy/good he is still corrupt and immoral

Question 2

“I can be angry without this rupture.”

Answer 2

A2S5 highlights the clear differences between the brothers, as the Cardinal has a level of containment that allows him to commit more indirect and sly violences compared to Ferdinand’s obvious wrath and fury

Question 3

“Do, and be happy.”

Answer 3

A5S2 Cardinal suggests a monetary reward for Bosola’s loyalty and shows what Cardinal is motivated by — money can make the Cardinal happy where Bosola’s morals stop him from going through with his plan “a fool’s pilgrimage”

Question 4

“Now you know me for your fellow murderer.”

Answer 4

A5S2 the Cardinal attempts to establish an equality between him and Bosola in a thinly veiled threat

Question 5

“How tedious is the guilty conscience!”

Answer 5

A5S5 the Cardinal disguises humour with a somewhat sincere view of the consequences of his actions, the Cardinal is beginning to feel remorse and hates himself for it