The Duchess of Malfi

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Drama | John Webster

How far is it justifiable to say that Webster in The Duchess of Malfi has raised melodrama into a tragedy?

How far is it justifiable to say that Webster in The Duchess of Malfi has raised melodrama into a tragedy? Melodrama is a type of drama that depends on shocking scenes, strong emo...
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The Duchess of Malfi Brief Questions

The Duchess of Malfi Brief Questions   What is the original name of the play “The Duchess of Malfi?” ✪✪✪ (NU. 2019) Ans: The Tragedy of the Dutchess of Malfy.  Who is Bosola?...
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Describe the wooing scene in “The Duchess of Malfi”. 

Describe the wooing scene in “The Duchess of Malfi”.  The wooing scene in Webster’s “The Duchess of Malfi” (1613-14) is a bold and clever moment. In this scene, the Duchess, who is...
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What are the tortures inflicted upon the Duchess during imprisonment? 

What are the tortures inflicted upon the Duchess during imprisonment?  In John Webster’s (1578-1632) “The Duchess of Malfi,” the Duchess suffers a lot. She faces injustice and inhu...
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Write a short note on 'Melodrama'.

Write a short note on 'Melodrama'. Or, What melodramatic elements do you find in “The Duchess of Malfi”? [NU. 2018, 2016] A melodrama is a type of play that has strong emotions, sh...
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What was the last piece of advice the Duchess gave to Cariola regarding her children? 

What was the last piece of advice the Duchess gave to Cariola regarding her children?  In Webster’s (1578 – 1632) “The Duchess of Malfi,” the Duchess gives her last advice to Cario...
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 Discuss “The Duchess of Malfi” as a revenge tragedy. 

 Discuss “The Duchess of Malfi” as a revenge tragedy.  A Revenge Tragedy is a type of drama in which the main story is about taking revenge. These plays often show violence, killin...
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Why is “The Duchess of Malfi” called a decadent play?

 Discuss the theme of corruption as reflected in 'The Duchess of Malfi.'  Or, Why is “The Duchess of Malfi” called a decadent play? Or, Write on “The Duchess of Malfi” as a portrai...
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How has the personality of the Duchess been glorified through her untold sufferings? Discuss it.

How has the personality of the Duchess been glorified through her untold sufferings? Discuss it. Or, How far is the Duchess in “The Duchess of Malfi” responsible for her own trage...
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Sketch the role of Bosola as a Machiavellian villain in The Duchess of Malfi

Sketch the role of Bosola as a Machiavellian villain in “The Duchess of Malfi.” Or, Write a note on the role of Bosola in “The Duchess of Malfi”. [NU. 2021, 2018, 2015] The term Ma...
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Comment on Webster’s use of imagery in The Duchess of Malfi

Comment on Webster’s use of imagery in “The Duchess of Malfi.” In John Webster’s (1578-1626) revenge tragedy, “The Duchess of Malfi” (1623), imagery is a powerful tool. It evokes e...
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