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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does Benedick NOT give as a reason to avoid falling in love with Hero?
(a) She is too short.
(b) She is unkind.
(c) She has a small bosom.
(d) She is not fair.

2. What is the first question the Prince has for Leonato when they first converse?
(a) If he needs money.
(b) If he has had news about his enemies.
(c) If Hero is his daughter.
(d) If he and his men can stay at his home for a time.

3. Why does Conrade think Don John should build trust with his brother?
(a) It will be easier to deceive him later.
(b) He may get a higher rank.
(c) He needs his brother's approval.
(d) It will bring him happiness.

4. What does Don John want to punish Claudio for?
(a) Gaining more approval from Don Pedro than himself.
(b) Pursuing the girl he had set his eyes on.
(c) Being a better soldier than himself.
(d) Being happy.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is well respected for his part in the battle that ended just before the play begins?

2. What does Benedick say he would be terrible at?

3. What does Antonio think Don Pedro's intentions are towards Hero?

4. Who wants to marry Hero?

5. What does Beatrice say she dislikes about most men's physical appearance?

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