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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who questions the validity of Claudio's expedited execution?
(a) The Provost.
(b) The Pope.
(c) Escalus.
(d) The Duke.

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

3. Who have men been sent to find after Claudio's arrest?
(a) The Pope.
(b) The Baron.
(c) The Duke.
(d) The Prince.

4. What has Isabella unloosed in Angelo after pleading for her brother's life?
(a) His anger.
(b) His temptations.
(c) His compassion.
(d) His lust.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the gentlemen in scene two say they probably have as a result of their lifestyle?

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

3. Who does Escalus invite to his house for dinner at the beginning of Act 2?

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

5. What is the punishment for Claudio's crime?

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