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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What physical feature does Angelo love most about Isabella as she pleads for Claudio's life?
(a) Her hands.
(b) Her eyes.
(c) Her voice.
(d) Her skin.

2. What does the Duke say to Lucio about Angelo's strictness?
(a) It is necessary.
(b) It is not surprising.
(c) There is no change.
(d) There is always a reason.

3. Who does Angelo's fiancee ask for permission to be a part of the plan?
(a) Isabella.
(b) A priest.
(c) The Duke.
(d) Her father.

4. Who allows the laws in Vienna to go unenforced for so long?
(a) The Commissioner.
(b) The King.
(c) The Deputy.
(d) The Duke.

5. How is the Duke afraid of being viewed by the people?
(a) As a weakling.
(b) As a tyrant.
(c) As a debaucher.
(d) As a faithless man.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Duke think will happen to Angelo when given power?

2. What does the Duke plan to disguise himself as?

3. Why does Barnardine refuse to be executed in Claudio's place?

4. What time is Barnardine supposed to be executed?

5. Why is the Duke appointing a new deputy?

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