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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. Why does Leonato react the way he does to Antonio's mistaken idea about Don Pedro?
(a) He likes the idea of his daughter marrying royalty.
(b) He feels Don Pedro is much too old.
(c) He is offended that Don Pedro did not speak to him about this.
(d) He trusts and reveres Don Pedro.

2. What does Don John say there is no cure for as he speaks to Conrade?
(a) His foul humor.
(b) His place in the family.
(c) His hatred of his brother.
(d) His lack of wealth.

3. How did Borachio learn of Claudio's love for Hero?
(a) He stole a letter written by Claudio.
(b) He pretended to be a friend of Claudio's.
(c) He got the gossip from the servants at Leonato's house.
(d) He overheard a conversation at Leonato's house.

4. What does Don John tell Conrade he will never be able to build with other people?
(a) Respect.
(b) Love.
(c) Believability.
(d) Trust.

5. How are Hero and Beatrice related?
(a) They are sisters.
(b) Beatrice is an adopted sister to Hero.
(c) Beatrice is Hero's aunt.
(d) They are cousins.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Conrade think Don John should build trust with his brother?

2. Who does Don John say taught him to be so disagreeable?

3. What are Don Pedro's real intentions towards Hero?

4. What does Conrade tell Don John to avoid showing in his appearance?

5. What does Beatrice say that Benedick is an expert at when they first converse in this play?

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