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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Borachio learn of Claudio's love for Hero?
(a) He stole a letter written by Claudio.
(b) He overheard a conversation at Leonato's house.
(c) He got the gossip from the servants at Leonato's house.
(d) He pretended to be a friend of Claudio's.

2. What does Don John tell Borachio he wishes would happen at the party at Leonato's house?
(a) A large fight would break out.
(b) The weather would make it impossible to happen.
(c) The food would be poisoned.
(d) The wine would be too strong.

3. What will the new plan to break up Hero and Claudio do to Hero?
(a) Show her true nature.
(b) Ruin her reputation.
(c) Put her in prison.
(d) Break her heart.

4. What does Conrade tell Don John to avoid showing in his appearance?
(a) His pride.
(b) His cunning.
(c) His joy.
(d) His misery.

5. What is the first question that Conrade asks Don John when they first appear on the stage together?
(a) What he plans to do.
(b) Why he is in a bad mood.
(c) When he plans to return to his own home.
(d) Whether or not he likes his new quarters.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who will be most hurt by the new plan to break up Claudio and Hero?

2. How does Benedick speak to Beatrice when they meet in the orchard?

3. What does Beatrice say that Benedick is an expert at when they first converse in this play?

4. How are Antonio and Leonato related?

5. What position has Borachio taken on in order to spy on Leonato's house?

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