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

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

3. What does the new deputy want when he is appointed to his new office?
(a) To prove his worth.
(b) Some assistants.
(c) More money.
(d) Direction and goals.

4. What has Claudio been arrested for?
(a) Impregnating his fiancee.
(b) Gambling on Sunday.
(c) Stealing bread.
(d) Hitting a priest.

5. What is the new deputy instructed to do?
(a) Increase purity.
(b) Fill the jails.
(c) Keep the peace.
(d) Enforce the laws.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does the Duke not honor the wishes of his new deputy at the beginning of the play?

3. What does the Duke think will happen to Angelo when given power?

4. Where is the Duke seeking refuge?

5. What does the Duke plan to do while in disguise?

(see the answer key)

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