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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Claudio say is Benedick's reason for seeming more serious than usual?
(a) He is terribly weary.
(b) He is in love.
(c) He has a toothache.
(d) He has a head ache.

2. What will accompany the feast for the evening of the soldier's arrival to Messina?
(a) Introductions.
(b) Dancing.
(c) Entertainment.
(d) Music.

3. Why does Beatrice say she will not go to hell for not marrying like the Bible says?
(a) She will woo St. Peter.
(b) There are too many good people just like her.
(c) The Devil will reject her.
(d) Her heart is too good.

4. What position has Borachio taken on in order to spy on Leonato's house?
(a) Messenger.
(b) Launderer.
(c) Cook.
(d) Air Sweetener.

5. What is Leonato summoned to do just before he leaves to Hero's wedding?
(a) To settle a dispute.
(b) To do an interrogation.
(c) To arrange the dowry for Hero.
(d) To calm his daughter's nerves.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Hero when she hears some untrue accusations at her wedding?

2. Who does the constable of Messina tell his night watch to not wake during the night?

3. How does Benedick speak to Beatrice when they meet in the orchard?

4. What does Beatrice say to Benedick when she sees him in the orchard?

5. What does Hero say she noticed about Don John at the beginning of Act 2?

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