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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Before Othello leaves for his errand, what does Iago tell him that his wife is good at?
(a) Manipulating.
(b) Singing.
(c) Endearing men to her.
(d) Deceiving.

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

3. During their discussion while on watch together, what does Iago urge Cassio to do?
(a) Report Roderigo for behavior unbecoming of an officer.
(b) Gamble his salary.
(c) Drink some wine.
(d) Pursue Desdemona.

4. What does Iago say happens to every married man?
(a) They find who their true friends are.
(b) They all realize they do not love their wives.
(c) They all get cheated on.
(d) They all get jealous.

5. Why is Roderigo upset with Iago after Desdemona and Emilia are called to dinner?
(a) Iago has not set Roderigo and Desdemona together yet.
(b) Iago has not convinced Othello to promote Roderigo yet.
(c) Iago did not meet him at the inn the night before.
(d) Iago has not paid a large gambling debt.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Igao comfort Roderigo after the trial is over and the marriage is declared legitimate?

2. Where is Iago from?

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

4. What does Othello ask Iago for when he decides to punish Desdemona for her affair?

5. What does Cassio call himself after he has been punished for his brawl in the street of Cyprus?

(see the answer key)

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