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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who tells Claudio's sister about his arrest?
(a) Angelo.
(b) A messenger.
(c) Lucio.
(d) A priest.

2. Who is Claudio's sister talking to when she first appears on stage?
(a) A nun.
(b) A priest.
(c) Her father.
(d) A groundskeeper.

3. How long has Mistress Overdone been a prostitute?
(a) 11 years.
(b) 9 years.
(c) 12 years.
(d) 10 years.

4. What does the Provost say will happen to Angelo after Claudio's execution?
(a) He will be fired.
(b) He will feel too confident.
(c) He will have changed nothing.
(d) He will regret it.

5. Who does the Duke think would be the best person to enforce the laws?
(a) The Duke.
(b) The Deputy.
(c) The Pope.
(d) The King.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Isabella say her brother will lose if he is executed?

2. Who does Angelo's fiancee ask for permission to be a part of the plan?

3. What is the occupation of Mistress Overdone?

4. How does the Duke feel about what the woman tells him in Act 2, Scene 3?

5. Why is Angelo being so harsh in punishing Claudio?

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