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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Iago plan to tell Othello once he is in Cyprus with him?
(a) That Cassio does not deserve his promotion.
(b) That Roderigo is in love with Desdemona.
(c) That the Duke wants him to return to Venice.
(d) That Cassio and Desdemona are having an affair.

2. How does Iago plan to ruin Othello's marriage?
(a) Make Othello cheat on Desdemona.
(b) Woo Desdemona himself.
(c) Frame Othello for a murder.
(d) Make Othello think that Desdemona is unfaithful.

3. Who is one of the messengers who summons Othello while he is talking to Iago of his love for Desdemona?
(a) Cassio.
(b) Roderigo.
(c) Brabantio.
(d) General Stringham.

4. While speaking with Iago in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Othello say he would never give up for Desdemona?
(a) His social reputation.
(b) His virtue.
(c) His military status.
(d) Nothing.

5. What is the name of the Duke of Cyprus?
(a) Milano.
(b) Montano.
(c) Miltana.
(d) Montana.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Brabantio think Othello has the power of bewitchment?

2. Where does Iago tell the search party for Desdemona to meet him after they hear news of her elopement?

3. How does Cassio describe Desdemona to the Duke of Cyprus?

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

5. When Othello is questioned at the inn, what reason does he give for marrying Desdemona?

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