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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Borachio plan to use Margaret in the new plan to break up Claudio and Hero?
(a) He will ask her to impersonate Hero.
(b) He will ask her for inside information about Hero.
(c) He will give Hero some poison to give Hero.
(d) He will make love to her and tell Claudio it is Hero.

2. How does Leonato feel about Antonio's mistaken idea about Don Pedro?
(a) He is angry.
(b) He is confused.
(c) He is shocked.
(d) He is happy.

3. What does Don Pedro ask Balthasar to do while Benedick is hiding in the orchard?
(a) Sing a song.
(b) Look for Benedick.
(c) Bring Leonato to him at once.
(d) Send a message to Hero.

4. What does Beatrice say to Benedick when she sees him in the orchard?
(a) She asks for his pardon for her earlier bad behavior.
(b) She tells him it is time for dinner.
(c) She mocks his clothing.
(d) She asks him when he is to leave Messina.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who will be most hurt by the new plan to break up Claudio and Hero?

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

3. Why does Benedick hide when he sees Don Pedro and some other men enter the orchard?

4. What do Borachio and Don John discuss after hearing about Hero's match with Claudio?

5. Where will the new plan to break up Claudio and Hero take place?

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