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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is awakened by the noise that Roderigo causes during the brawl in the street?
(a) Emilia.
(b) Desdemona.
(c) The Duke.
(d) The Duke's wife.

2. What does Emilia say she would do for the right price?
(a) Kill.
(b) Dishonor her father.
(c) Lie.
(d) Commit adultery.

3. What is the name of Iago's wife?
(a) Emma.
(b) Emily.
(c) Emilia.
(d) Emeline.

4. What does Othello do after Iago lies about over hearing Cassio brag about being with Desdemona?
(a) He goes into a trance-like state.
(b) He starts throwing things.
(c) He punches Iago.
(d) He screams at the top of his lungs.

5. What is Emilia trying to convey to Desdemona as they talk while getting ready for bed?
(a) The harsh reality of the world.
(b) The fact that Othello may have been unfaithful.
(c) The true nature of marriage.
(d) The consequences of remaining naive.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Desdemona first meet Othello?

2. Who has declared the big event for Act 2, Scene 2?

3. Who is Cassio most worried about when he comes ashore in Cyprus?

4. What does Othello do for Iago before he goes to dinner with the Islanders?

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

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