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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Cassio hire to cheer himself up after his embarrassment on his first night in Cyrpus?
(a) Some servants.
(b) Some dancers.
(c) Some stylists.
(d) Some musicians.

2. What is Cassio's opinion of Iago at the beginning of Act 3?
(a) He believes Iago is treacherous and evil.
(b) He believes Iago is kind and unintelligent.
(c) He believes Iago is honorable and humble.
(d) He believes Iago is honest and pure.

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

4. What excuse does Othello give for being late to a dinner with the islanders?
(a) He is still getting his home in order after the move.
(b) He has a headache.
(c) He had to complete important business.
(d) He was waiting for Desdemona to get ready.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Desdemona tell Othello she was doing right before he came in the room so suddenly?

2. Who stood up for Othello when Desdemona spoke ill of him while Othello was still trying to woo her?

3. Why does Othello finally consent to meet with Cassio?

4. What does the Duke of Cyprus praise about Othello before he comes ashore in Cyprus?

5. To what genre is this play categorized?

(see the answer key)

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