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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. Who is Brabantio referring to when he says, "It would have been better if she had married even you."
(a) Roderigo.
(b) Roberto.
(c) Cassio.
(d) Iago.

2. How is Brabantio related to Desdemona?
(a) He is her father.
(b) He is her uncle.
(c) He is her grandfather.
(d) He is her godfather.

3. 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.

4. When Othello is questioned at the inn, what reason does he give for marrying Desdemona?
(a) She is very beautiful.
(b) He loves her.
(c) He has had a vision about her.
(d) She has a lot of money.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How do Iago and Roderigo wake up Brabantio to tell him of the marriage?

3. What is Roderigo's first step toward revenge against Othello when he hears of their marriage?

4. What does the Duke order Othello to do before hearing what Brabantio has to say?

5. What does Roderigo want to do after the trial is over and the marriage was declared legitimate?

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