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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. What does Othello NOT do while he is confronting Desdemona about her affair?
(a) Yell.
(b) Threaten her.
(c) Listen to her response.
(d) Present evidence.

2. Who asks Iago to deliver something?
(a) The Duke.
(b) Othello.
(c) Montano.
(d) Cassio.

3. What does Iago swear to do to Othello and Desdemona's 'fine tuned' love?
(a) Make them both sing solos.
(b) Increase the harmony.
(c) Fill their lives with dischord.
(d) Put it to rest.

4. Why does Iago try so hard to calm Desdemona down after she has been accused by Othello?
(a) He hates to see her so upset.
(b) He is afraid that would prove her guilt to Othello.
(c) He knows that he can calm Othello down.
(d) He does not want her to run away.

5. How does Cassio greet Iago's wife when they enter the Duke of Cyprus's court?
(a) He kisses her.
(b) He ignores her.
(c) He embraces her.
(d) He bows to her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Iago supposed to deliver a package to?

2. What does Desdemona call Iago while she is talking with Cassio right before Othello leaves?

3. What does Iago mock about his wife after Cassio greets her in the court of the Duke of Cyprus?

4. How does Desdemona feel about Iago's description of the perfect woman?

5. What is the shortest scene in Act 3?

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