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

2. What does Roderigo feel Iago has wasted by not fulfilling his promise?
(a) His time.
(b) His money.
(c) His health.
(d) His career.

3. What does Iago tell Roderigo to do after Roderigo is done yelling at him?
(a) Kill Cassio.
(b) Sleep with Desdemona.
(c) Spread rumors about Othello.
(d) Write a false letter of love to Desdemona.

4. What is the shortest scene in Act 3?
(a) Act 3, Scene 4.
(b) Act 3, Scene 2.
(c) Act 3, Scene 1.
(d) Act 3, Scene 3.

5. What destroyed the Turkish ships that were heading towards Cyprus?
(a) A hidden coral reef.
(b) Othello's crew.
(c) A storm.
(d) A mutinous attack.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Iago tell Desdemona that Othello is upset about after Othello accuses her of having an affair?

2. Why does Cassio exit the room so quickly when Othello enters the room right before his departure?

3. Why is Roderigo upset with Iago after Desdemona and Emilia are called to dinner?

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

5. What is Iago asked to deliver in Act 3, Scene 2?

(see the answer key)

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