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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. How does Igao comfort Roderigo after the trial is over and the marriage is declared legitimate?
(a) Assures Roderigo that the couple will tire of each other soon.
(b) Encourages him to find a new love.
(c) Points out that Desdemona has a beautiful sister.
(d) Lists all of Desdemona's faults.

2. How does Cassio describe Desdemona to the Duke of Cyprus?
(a) She is simple and sweet.
(b) She is crafty and conniving as evidenced by her elopement.
(c) She is too wonderful for poets to describe.
(d) She is a gold digger looking for wealth and power.

3. Why is Iago so upset with Othello at the beginning of the play?
(a) He is a moor.
(b) He married Desdemona.
(c) He slept with his wife.
(d) He promoted Cassio instead of Iago.

4. How did Desdemona and Othello spend their time when they were falling in love before their marriage?
(a) Walking.
(b) Reading.
(c) Talking.
(d) Kissing.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Iago plan to ruin Othello's marriage?

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

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

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

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