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

2. What is Claudio's sister's name?
(a) Isabella.
(b) Brittania.
(c) Portia.
(d) Julia.

3. Why is the Duke leaving the city at the beginning of the play?
(a) He has an important meeting.
(b) He is not leaving the city.
(c) He has a marriage to attend.
(d) He does not say.

4. On what point does Escalus agree with Angelo?
(a) Claudio's punishment should be harsh.
(b) Fear is the best motivator.
(c) Laws must be enforced.
(d) The city is unbearable.

5. What is the name of Claudio's fiancee?
(a) Julia.
(b) Juliet.
(c) July.
(d) Julie.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Pompey say people will always be tempted by?

3. What does the Duke tell his new deputy to use in judgment?

4. Who leads Claudio through the streets when he is arrested?

5. What does Claudio's friend call his sister when he finds her?

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