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

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

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

4. What is so different about Desdemona and Othello's relationship?
(a) Desdemona is much older then Othello.
(b) Othello is a black man and Desdemona is a white woman.
(c) Othello has been promised to another woman for years.
(d) Desdemona has alread been married twice.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Brabantio find that convinces him his daughter really has escaped to get married?

3. Who is ordered to attend Desdemona on her journey to Cyprus?

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

5. Who sent the messengers who summon Othello while he is talking to Iago if his love for Desdemona?

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