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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 the Duke discussing when he is first seen in the play?
(a) His wife's sickness.
(b) Brabantio's accusation of Othello.
(c) Othello's marriage.
(d) The Tukish fleet and their destination.

2. What does Othello ask Iago to watch for while Othello is away on his errand?
(a) A message from the Duke.
(b) The arrival of Desdemona's father.
(c) Signs of Cassio's treachery.
(d) Signs of Desdemona's infidelity.

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

4. What does Iago do when he sees Cassio exit so quickly when he and Othello enter the room?
(a) He laughs at Cassio's cowardice.
(b) He cries out for Cassio to return.
(c) He begins to plant seeds of doubt in Othello's mind.
(d) He exults over his power of manipulation.

5. What does Othello do to punish Cassio for his fighting?
(a) Beats him publicly.
(b) Has him arrested.
(c) Chides him publicly.
(d) Strips him of his title.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who asks Iago to deliver something?

2. What excuse does Desdemona give Othello for his odd behavior towards her?

3. What makes Iago so happy when he hears of Othello's odd behavior towards Desdemona?

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

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

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