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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. Who is the main figure in Act 3, Scene 1?
(a) Desdemona.
(b) Cassio.
(c) Iago.
(d) Othello.

2. What does Desdemona tell Emilia that Othello is not prone to while she waits for Cassio?
(a) Rash judgement.
(b) Anger.
(c) Jealousy.
(d) Unkindness.

3. Who seems to be the only man of stature and honor in the room while Brabantio is raving in the inn?
(a) Brabantio.
(b) Iago.
(c) Cassio.
(d) Othello.

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. How does Othello really feel about Cassio, even after his brawl in the street?
(a) He loves Cassio and wants him back in his service.
(b) He is jealous of Cassio and his easy way with women.
(c) He is embarassed by Cassio and never wants to see him again.
(d) He is ashamed of Cassio but thinks he has learned his lesson.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Cassio describe Desdemona to the Duke of Cyprus?

2. What does Iago tell Roderigo to do during the first night they are in Cyprus?

3. What do Cassio and Iago discuss while they are on watch together their first night in Cyprus?

4. What does Othello tell Desdemona is so special about the handkerchief he gave her?

5. What does Othello do after Iago lies about over hearing Cassio brag about being with Desdemona?

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