Which details from the dramatis personae of The Duchess of Malfi are correct?

1. A. Ferdinand, Duke of Calabria
2. B. The Cardinal, 'Executioner'
3. C. Antonio Bologna, steward of the Duchess's household
4. D. Delio, 'Court Officer'
5. E. Daniel de Bosola, gentleman of the horse

1. AA, B, and D only
2. BA, C, and E only
3. CB, C, and D only
4. DB, D, and E only

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Correct answer: B. A, C, and E only

Explanation

Webster (c. 1613): the Cardinal is Ferdinand's brother and Delio is Antonio's friend. Bosola is the Duchess's 'gentleman of the horse' and the brothers' spy and murderer.