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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 want to have put in a good word for him with Desdemona the morning after his street brawl?
(a) Othello.
(b) Emilia.
(c) The Duke.
(d) Iago.

2. How does Othello act while Brabantio is accusing him of such horrible things at the inn?
(a) He is patient and understanding.
(b) He is angry and offended.
(c) He is scared and tries to run.
(d) He is not at all surprised and acts as if he were expecting this.

3. After Othello sets Iago and Cassio on the watch, who does he leave with on his first night in Cyprus?
(a) A dancer.
(b) Emilia.
(c) The Duke.
(d) Desdemona.

4. How does Othello really feel about Cassio, even after his brawl in the street?
(a) He loves Cassio and wants him back in his service.
(b) He is jealous of Cassio and his easy way with women.
(c) He is embarassed by Cassio and never wants to see him again.
(d) He is ashamed of Cassio but thinks he has learned his lesson.

5. Where does Othello go after his discussion with Brabantio at the inn?
(a) The Duke's house.
(b) Brabantio's house.
(c) He catches a ship heading to Cyprus.
(d) His own house.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What did Cassio do for Othello while Othello and Desdemona were still courting?

4. Who does Cassio hear is already pleading his case with Othello the morning after his embarrassing street brawl?

5. Who makes rude comments to the group that Cassio hired to cheer himself up?

(see the answer key)

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