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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 does Othello act while Brabantio is accusing him of such horrible things at the inn?
(a) He is scared and tries to run.
(b) He is patient and understanding.
(c) He is angry and offended.
(d) He is not at all surprised and acts as if he were expecting this.

2. What does the Duke order Othello to do before hearing what Brabantio has to say?
(a) Depart to spy on the Turks.
(b) Take an oath of honesty.
(c) Leave to fight the Ottomans.
(d) Await his trial time in the jail.

3. What is Cassio most worried about after his punishment?
(a) The drop in pay.
(b) The loss of his reputation.
(c) The expensive clothes that were ruined in the brawl.
(d) Desdemona's opinion of him.

4. Who sent the messengers who summon Othello while he is talking to Iago if his love for Desdemona?
(a) Brabantio.
(b) General Stringham.
(c) Desdemona.
(d) The Duke.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Iago's wife?

2. How did Desdemona and Othello spend their time when they were falling in love before their marriage?

3. How is Brabantio related to Desdemona?

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

5. Why is Iago so upset with Othello at the beginning of the play?

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