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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who makes rude comments to the group that Cassio hired to cheer himself up?
(a) The clown.
(b) A beggar boy.
(c) A musician.
(d) A lord.

2. Who does Cassio fight with on his first night in Cyprus?
(a) Iago.
(b) Roderigo.
(c) Montano.
(d) Miltano.

3. Who is Iago supposed to deliver a package to?
(a) The Duke.
(b) The Senate.
(c) Desdemona.
(d) Othello.

4. While talking to Othello in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Iago pretend that he does not like to do?
(a) Give orders.
(b) Take orders.
(c) Kill men.
(d) Tell lies.

5. How do Iago and Roderigo wake up Brabantio to tell him of the marriage?
(a) They knock on his window while he is sleeping.
(b) They rush into the house after the doorman opens the door.
(c) They knock on the door.
(d) They sneak into his bedroom.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In her conversation with Cassio right before Othello leaves, what does Desdemona say she will make Othello's every moment about?

3. What does Desdemona realize when she awakes Othello standing next to her bed and asking her the question?

4. What does Othello tell Desdemona is so special about the handkerchief he gave her?

5. During their discussion while on watch together, what does Iago urge Cassio to do?

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