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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Escalus invite to his house for dinner at the beginning of Act 2?
(a) A justice.
(b) The Duke.
(c) The deputy.
(d) A monk.

2. Why does the Duke not honor the wishes of his new deputy at the beginning of the play?
(a) He needs proof of worth first.
(b) He is in a hurry.
(c) He does not have that power.
(d) He has no doubts about his abilities.

3. What does the Duke think will happen to Angelo when given power?
(a) It will make him less faithful
(b) It will weaken him.
(c) It will harden him.
(d) It will drive him mad.

4. How many characters are present in the first scene?
(a) 3.
(b) 5.
(c) 2.
(d) 4.

5. What is the Constable's name?
(a) Hip.
(b) Ankle.
(c) Shoulder.
(d) Elbow.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what point does Escalus disagree with Angelo?

2. What position does Escalus hold?

3. What is Claudio's sister's name?

4. What has Angelo never had a weakness for in the past?

5. How do the people in Vienna view the laws, according to the Duke?

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