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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the night of the brawl, where is Othello leaving to?
(a) To find a housing situation for him and Desdemona.
(b) To inspect the fortifications.
(c) To confer with the Duke.
(d) To attend the trial of Cassio.

2. Why does Cassio exit the room so quickly when Othello enters the room right before his departure?
(a) Iago enters with Othello, and Cassio distrusts Iago.
(b) He is nervous to be around Othello who is so angry with him.
(c) He is supposed to be at the courthouse.
(d) He was just discussing an affair with his wife.

3. What fault in Othello does Iago plan to use to go about destroying Othello's marriage?
(a) His lusty past.
(b) His dishonesty.
(c) His jealousy.
(d) His arrogance.

4. Who is Cassio most worried about when he comes ashore in Cyprus?
(a) Desdemona.
(b) Iago.
(c) Othello.
(d) Roderigo.

5. What does Othello tell Emilia to do after he has questioned her about Desdemona's affair?
(a) Keep this conversation a secret.
(b) Deliver a letter.
(c) Bring Desdemona to him.
(d) Leave his services immediately.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Desdemona's reaction to Cassio's quick exit when Othello enters the room?

2. What does Roderigo feel Iago has wasted by not fulfilling his promise?

3. What are Desdemona and Cassio talking about right before Othello leaves?

4. What does Iago swear to do to Othello and Desdemona's 'fine tuned' love?

5. What is the name of the Duke of Cyprus?

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