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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. What does the Duke of Cyprus praise about Othello before he comes ashore in Cyprus?
(a) His style.
(b) His love.
(c) His courage.
(d) His creativity.

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

3. What does Brabantio do when he hears that Desdemona really does love Othello?
(a) He attacks Othello.
(b) He disowns her.
(c) He embraces his new son.
(d) He slaps her and spits on her in public.

4. What drives the plot of this play?
(a) The crises of the society.
(b) The choices of the characters.
(c) The historical events.
(d) The whims of the narrator.

5. Why does Iago think he should have been promoted instead of Cassio?
(a) Iago has seniority.
(b) Cassio is known for having a drinking and gambling problem.
(c) Cassio has no real military experience.
(d) Cassio has a criminal record.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Cassio greet Iago's wife when they enter the Duke of Cyprus's court?

2. What are Iago and Roderigo discussing as the first scene opens?

3. Who does Cassio fight with on his first night in Cyprus?

4. What is so different about Desdemona and Othello's relationship?

5. Why is Cassio so hesitant to do what Iago is pressuring him to do?

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