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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Brabantio think Othello has the power of bewitchment?
(a) He has seen Othello do it to others.
(b) He is a moor.
(c) This is widely rumored about Othello.
(d) Iago told him this.

2. What does Iago plan to do to get revenge on Othello?
(a) Spread rumors about Cassio.
(b) Pretend to be his servant to get information.
(c) Sleep with Desdemona.
(d) Get him run out of town because of his race.

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

4. While talking to Othello in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Iago pretend that he does not like to do?
(a) Tell lies.
(b) Kill men.
(c) Give orders.
(d) Take orders.

5. To what genre is this play categorized?
(a) A drama.
(b) A comedy.
(c) A romance.
(d) A tragedy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Brabantio find that convinces him his daughter really has escaped to get married?

2. What does Iago tell Roderigo to do during the first night they are in Cyprus?

3. How does Othello act while Brabantio is accusing him of such horrible things at the inn?

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

5. What do Othello and Desdemona do when they meet each other in Cyprus?

(see the answer key)

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