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

2. Who seems to be the only man of stature and honor in the room while Brabantio is raving in the inn?
(a) Brabantio.
(b) Cassio.
(c) Othello.
(d) Iago.

3. Who does Cassio beg to talk with after his hired group has been sent away the morning after his street brawl?
(a) Othello.
(b) Iago.
(c) The Duke.
(d) Desdemona.

4. Why does Othello finally consent to meet with Cassio?
(a) He wants Desdemona to leave him alone concerning this subject.
(b) He is in a hurry to leave and wants her to be quiet.
(c) He wants to keep Cassio near so he can make sure he is not having an affair with his wife.
(d) He is reminded of how much Cassio means to him.

5. On what account does Brabantio want to arrest Othello?
(a) Stealing precious jewels from Desdemona.
(b) Kidnapping Desdemona against her will.
(c) Bewitching Desdemona.
(d) Taking Desdemona's virtue.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Othello is questioned at the inn, what reason does he give for marrying Desdemona?

2. Where does Othello go after his discussion with Brabantio at the inn?

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

4. What is the big event of Act 2, Scene 2 in honor of?

5. While talking to Othello in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Iago pretend that he does not like to do?

(see the answer key)

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