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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the disguised Duke tell Escalus is lacking in people?
(a) Intergity.
(b) Virtue.
(c) Compassion.
(d) Patience.

2. Why is Angelo being so harsh in punishing Claudio?
(a) He wants to make Claudio an example.
(b) He has a personal hatred for Claudio.
(c) His sister is Claudio's fiancee.
(d) He lost a lot of money gambling with Claudio.

3. When does Angelo ask to see Isabella again after she pleads for her brother's life?
(a) The next day.
(b) When the Duke returns.
(c) On Sunday.
(d) After her brother's execution.

4. Where does Claudio's sister want to live?
(a) In a cloister.
(b) In a monastery.
(c) In England.
(d) At the palace.

5. Who leads Claudio through the streets when he is arrested?
(a) The Duke.
(b) The jailer.
(c) The Provost.
(d) The deputy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Angelo say Isabella can do to save her brother?

2. Who is trying to make an example of Claudio?

3. What is the occupation of Mistress Overdone?

4. What is Claudio's sister doing while he is being arrested?

5. What is Pompey's occupation?

(see the answer key)

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