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

2. How does Desdemona feel about Iago's description of the perfect woman?
(a) It describes herself to a tee.
(b) It is more thoughtful than she would have expected.
(c) It is kind and sweet.
(d) It is irrational and sexist.

3. What does Desdemona call Iago while she is talking with Cassio right before Othello leaves?
(a) A pompous fool.
(b) An honest fellow.
(c) A faithful servant.
(d) A snake in the grass.

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

5. What does Iago mock about his wife after Cassio greets her in the court of the Duke of Cyprus?
(a) Her constant talking.
(b) Her lack of stylish clothing.
(c) Her stupidity.
(d) Her weight.

Short Answer Questions

1. What fault in Othello does Iago plan to use to go about destroying Othello's marriage?

2. After the night of the brawl, where is Othello leaving to?

3. What does Iago plan to do while Othello is gone?

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

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

(see the answer key)

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