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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. What does Iago mock about his wife after Cassio greets her in the court of the Duke of Cyprus?
(a) Her lack of stylish clothing.
(b) Her weight.
(c) Her constant talking.
(d) Her stupidity.

2. Who does Iago reveal his entire plan to after everyone else leaves the Duke's court in Cyprus?
(a) Roderigo.
(b) The Duke.
(c) Cassio.
(d) The audience.

3. Why is Roderigo so unhappy about Desdemona's marriage?
(a) He wants his son to marry Desdemona.
(b) He hates Othello.
(c) He loves Desdemona.
(d) He lost a bet.

4. What do Othello and Desdemona do when they meet each other in Cyprus?
(a) Kiss passionately.
(b) Blush and act embarrassed.
(c) Embrace warmly.
(d) Chide each other for scaring the other.

5. During their discussion while on watch together, what does Iago urge Cassio to do?
(a) Gamble his salary.
(b) Pursue Desdemona.
(c) Drink some wine.
(d) Report Roderigo for behavior unbecoming of an officer.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Roderigo's first step toward revenge against Othello when he hears of their marriage?

2. What does Iago plan to tell Othello once he is in Cyprus with him?

3. What does Roderigo want to do after the trial is over and the marriage was declared legitimate?

4. Who is Brabantio referring to when he says, "It would have been better if she had married even you."

5. What is the big event of Act 2, Scene 2 in honor of?

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