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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What do Borachio and Don John discuss after hearing about Hero's match with Claudio?
(a) Their jealousy of their happiness.
(b) Their failure.
(c) Their disgust of love.
(d) Their plan to flee the area.

3. Why does the constable of Messina tell his night watch to avoid conflict with thieves?
(a) They should follow thieves to where their loot is hidden.
(b) They should let them go as thieves are not harming anyone.
(c) Honest men should never be associated with deceivers.
(d) They should pay attention to more dangerous men.

4. Whom does Hero choose to help her in convincing Beatrice that Benedick loves her?
(a) Claudio.
(b) Ursula.
(c) Leonato.
(d) Margaret.

5. What does Beatrice say she dislikes about most men's physical appearance?
(a) Their eyes.
(b) Their beards.
(c) Their clothing.
(d) Their massive hands.

Short Answer Questions

1. What shocking news does the surprise visitor bring to the men conversing in the garden?

2. Why does Hero say it will be so easy to make Beatrice believe Benedick loves her?

3. How long are the soldiers told they will be staying in Messina?

4. What does Margaret help Hero do on the morning of her wedding?

5. What does Antonio admonish Hero to do at the beginning of Act 2?

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