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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 is Emilia trying to convey to Desdemona as they talk while getting ready for bed?
(a) The consequences of remaining naive.
(b) The harsh reality of the world.
(c) The true nature of marriage.
(d) The fact that Othello may have been unfaithful.

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

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

4. What does Othello say about his wife when she leaves after pleading Cassio's case?
(a) That he thinks she is being unfaithful.
(b) That she will always get her way with him.
(c) That he loves her.
(d) That she is a very greedy woman.

5. Who asks Iago to deliver something?
(a) Montano.
(b) Othello.
(c) The Duke.
(d) Cassio.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Othello do to punish Cassio for his fighting?

2. What question does Desdemona ask Emilia as they get ready for bed?

3. What does Othello do for Iago before he goes to dinner with the Islanders?

4. Why is Roderigo so unhappy about Desdemona's marriage?

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

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