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

2. What does Cassio call himself after he has been punished for his brawl in the street of Cyprus?
(a) A beggar.
(b) A fool.
(c) No more than a man.
(d) A beast.

3. Who does Iago notice doting on Desdemona while in the court of the Duke of Cyprus?
(a) The Duke.
(b) Roderigo.
(c) A messenger.
(d) Cassio.

4. 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 angry and offended.
(c) He is patient and understanding.
(d) He is not at all surprised and acts as if he were expecting this.

5. What fault in Othello does Iago plan to use to go about destroying Othello's marriage?
(a) His jealousy.
(b) His dishonesty.
(c) His lusty past.
(d) His arrogance.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. After Othello sets Iago and Cassio on the watch, who does he leave with on his first night in Cyprus?

3. What destroyed the Turkish ships that were heading towards Cyprus?

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

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

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