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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Iago mock about his wife after Cassio greets her in the court of the Duke of Cyprus?
(a) Her stupidity.
(b) Her weight.
(c) Her lack of stylish clothing.
(d) Her constant talking.

2. Why does Brabantio think Othello has the power of bewitchment?
(a) This is widely rumored about Othello.
(b) He has seen Othello do it to others.
(c) Iago told him this.
(d) He is a moor.

3. Why does Cassio ask Bianca to leave so soon after meeting him at Othello's home?
(a) He does not want Bianca to see him with Desdemona.
(b) Her presence will not help his case with Othello.
(c) He does not want to be seen in public with her.
(d) He does not want Desdemona to get jealous.

4. Who does Othello think Desdemona gave her handkerchief to?
(a) Roderigo.
(b) Montano.
(c) Iago.
(d) Cassio.

5. What does Desdemona realize when she awakes Othello standing next to her bed and asking her the question?
(a) That he has been unfaithful to her.
(b) That he plans to kill her.
(c) That he has forgiven her.
(d) That he will never believe her innocence.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Duke of Cyprus praise about Othello before he comes ashore in Cyprus?

2. What is the shortest scene in the book?

3. What does Desdemona tell Othello she was doing right before he came in the room so suddenly?

4. Who wounds Cassio towards the end of the play?

5. Who is NOT present during the walk after dinner?

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