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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Iago tell the search party for Desdemona to meet him after they hear news of her elopement?
(a) The town square.
(b) Brabantio's house.
(c) The inn.
(d) Othello's house.

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

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

4. Why does Iago think he should have been promoted instead of Cassio?
(a) Cassio has a criminal record.
(b) Cassio has no real military experience.
(c) Cassio is known for having a drinking and gambling problem.
(d) Iago has seniority.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Brabantio related to Desdemona?

2. What does Iago plan to tell Othello once he is in Cyprus with him?

3. Why is Roderigo so unhappy about Desdemona's marriage?

4. What does the Duke do after hearing both Brabantio and Othello's sides of the story?

5. Who is one of the messengers who summons Othello while he is talking to Iago of his love for Desdemona?

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