My last duchess Flashcards
Who is the speaker in ‘My Last Duchess’?
The Duke of Ferrara
What does the Duke show to the emissary in the poem?
A portrait of his last Duchess
True or False: The Duke expresses admiration for the Duchess’s beauty.
True
Fill in the blank: The Duke is speaking to a representative of the ________ family.
Counts
What emotion does the Duke primarily display towards the Duchess?
Jealousy and possessiveness
Multiple Choice: What ultimately happens to the Duchess? A) She leaves him B) She dies C) She becomes a nun D) She remarries
B) She dies
What does the Duke reveal about his character through his monologue?
He is controlling and lacks empathy.
True or False: The poem is written in iambic pentameter.
True
What literary device is primarily used in ‘My Last Duchess’?
Dramatic monologue
How does the Duke feel about the Duchess’s interactions with other men?
He is offended and feels threatened.
Fill in the blank: The Duke’s name is ________.
Ferrara
What does the Duke intend to do with the portrait of the Duchess?
He intends to keep it hidden.
Multiple Choice: What does the Duke compare the Duchess’s smile to? A) A work of art B) A child’s laugh C) A sunset D) A secret
A) A work of art
What does the Duke’s attitude towards the Duchess reveal about societal norms of the time?
It reflects the patriarchal and possessive nature of relationships.
True or False: The poem suggests that the Duke has moved on from the Duchess.
True
What is the significance of the final lines of the poem?
They reveal the Duke’s intention to acquire a new wife.
Fill in the blank: The Duke mentions that he gave commands that led to the Duchess’s ________.
Death
What theme is prevalent in ‘My Last Duchess’?
Power and control in relationships
What role does jealousy play in the poem?
It drives the Duke’s actions and perceptions.
Multiple Choice: Who is the implied audience of the Duke’s speech? A) His friends B) The emissary C) The Duchess D) The public
B) The emissary
What does the Duke’s description of the Duchess suggest about his view of women?
He views them as objects to be owned.
