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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the people in Vienna view the laws, according to the Duke?
(a) They fear them.
(b) They have forgotten them.
(c) They laugh at them.
(d) They don't know them.

2. What does the Duke think of his city at the beginning of the play?
(a) It is the best place on earth.
(b) It is too big for its boundaries.
(c) It has become corrupt.
(d) He has no strong feelings either way.

3. What is the occupation of Mistress Overdone?
(a) Assistant.
(b) Brothel Owner.
(c) Prostitute.
(d) Dancer.

4. What is the name of the Friar the Duke speaks with in Act 1?
(a) Lucas.
(b) Ryan.
(c) Thomas.
(d) Bryan.

5. Who does the Duke appoint as his new deputy?
(a) Angelo.
(b) Angeliano.
(c) Antonio.
(d) Antoinne.

Short Answer Questions

1. What position does Escalus hold?

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

3. What is Pompey's occupation?

4. How many characters are present in the first scene?

5. What has Claudio been arrested for?

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