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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 Othello NOT do while he is confronting Desdemona about her affair?
(a) Listen to her response.
(b) Present evidence.
(c) Threaten her.
(d) Yell.

2. As she is dying, who does Desdemona says has killed her?
(a) Iago.
(b) Cassio.
(c) Herself.
(d) Othello.

3. Who stood up for Othello when Desdemona spoke ill of him while Othello was still trying to woo her?
(a) Cassio.
(b) Brabantio.
(c) Iago.
(d) Roderigo.

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

5. What excuse does Othello give for being late to a dinner with the islanders?
(a) He is still getting his home in order after the move.
(b) He has a headache.
(c) He was waiting for Desdemona to get ready.
(d) He had to complete important business.

Short Answer Questions

1. Before Othello leaves for his errand, what does Iago tell him that his wife is good at?

2. Who is sent to tell Othello and Desdemona about Cassio's wounds?

3. What do Othello and Desdemona do when they meet each other in Cyprus?

4. Where is Iago from?

5. Why does Iago have to work so hard to convince Othello that Desdemona is unfaithful?

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