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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. Who does Beatrice specifically ask the messenger about after his news of the war?
(a) Claudio.
(b) Balthasar.
(c) Benedick.
(d) Leonato.

2. What does Hero say she noticed about Don John at the beginning of Act 2?
(a) He is always sick to his stomach.
(b) He watches her throughout the party.
(c) He has a sour air about him.
(d) He seems to have no real love for his brother.

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

4. What does Claudio say will always wreck friendship when he is upset with Don Pedro?
(a) Disloyalty.
(b) Passion.
(c) Promises.
(d) Time

5. What does Antonio say will keep Beatrice from finding a husband?
(a) Her pride.
(b) Her strong personality.
(c) Her sharp tongue.
(d) Her aging face.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Beatrice call Benedick as they dance together?

2. Who is coming to visit Leonato at the beginning of the play?

3. Who wants to marry Hero?

4. What does Benedick tell Beatrice she has when they first converse together in this play?

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

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