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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Cassio's opinion of Iago at the beginning of Act 3?
(a) He believes Iago is treacherous and evil.
(b) He believes Iago is kind and unintelligent.
(c) He believes Iago is honest and pure.
(d) He believes Iago is honorable and humble.

2. What does Iago plan to do with the item that is dropped as Othello and Desdemona headed to dinner with the islanders?
(a) Sell it.
(b) Steal it.
(c) Plant it in Cassio's household.
(d) Return it to Desdemona.

3. What is Iago asked to deliver in Act 3, Scene 2?
(a) Some papers.
(b) Orders for Cassio.
(c) A package.
(d) A letter.

4. What does Roderigo want to do after the trial is over and the marriage was declared legitimate?
(a) Kill Iago.
(b) Kill Othello.
(c) Kill himself.
(d) Kill Desdeona.

5. Who is Iago supposed to deliver a package to?
(a) The Senate.
(b) The Duke.
(c) Othello.
(d) Desdemona.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. During their discussion while on watch together, what does Iago urge Cassio to do?

3. Who stood up for Othello when Desdemona spoke ill of him while Othello was still trying to woo her?

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

5. What is the big event of Act 2, Scene 2 in honor of?

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