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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do Iago and Roderigo wake up Brabantio to tell him of the marriage?
(a) They rush into the house after the doorman opens the door.
(b) They sneak into his bedroom.
(c) They knock on his window while he is sleeping.
(d) They knock on the door.

2. After Othello sets Iago and Cassio on the watch, who does he leave with on his first night in Cyprus?
(a) A dancer.
(b) The Duke.
(c) Emilia.
(d) Desdemona.

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

4. Why is Roderigo so unhappy about Desdemona's marriage?
(a) He hates Othello.
(b) He lost a bet.
(c) He wants his son to marry Desdemona.
(d) He loves Desdemona.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Brabantio think will happen once he presents his case against Othello at the Duke's house?

2. What do Othello and Desdemona do when they meet each other in Cyprus?

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

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

5. What does Iago think of a woman's opinion?

(see the answer key)

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