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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Desdemona first meet Othello?
(a) He saw her and admired her beauty, so he appraoched her on the street.
(b) Her father invited him over for dinner to tell his tales of war.
(c) She met him at the market place.
(d) He saved her from bandits on the road.

2. How does Igao comfort Roderigo after the trial is over and the marriage is declared legitimate?
(a) Points out that Desdemona has a beautiful sister.
(b) Lists all of Desdemona's faults.
(c) Encourages him to find a new love.
(d) Assures Roderigo that the couple will tire of each other soon.

3. Who is one of the messengers who summons Othello while he is talking to Iago of his love for Desdemona?
(a) Cassio.
(b) General Stringham.
(c) Roderigo.
(d) Brabantio.

4. What does Brabantio do when he hears that Desdemona really does love Othello?
(a) He disowns her.
(b) He slaps her and spits on her in public.
(c) He attacks Othello.
(d) He embraces his new son.

5. Why does Iago think he should have been promoted instead of Cassio?
(a) Cassio has a criminal record.
(b) Cassio is known for having a drinking and gambling problem.
(c) Iago has seniority.
(d) Cassio has no real military experience.

Short Answer Questions

1. While speaking with Iago in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Othello say he would never give up for Desdemona?

2. Where does Othello go after his discussion with Brabantio at the inn?

3. What is the Duke discussing when he is first seen in the play?

4. What are Iago and Roderigo discussing as the first scene opens?

5. When Othello is questioned at the inn, what reason does he give for marrying Desdemona?

(see the answer key)

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