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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Desdemona do to try and prove her love to Othello after he has accused her of an affair?

2. Who stood up for Othello when Desdemona spoke ill of him while Othello was still trying to woo her?

3. What does Othello ask Iago to watch for while Othello is away on his errand?

4. After the night of the brawl, where is Othello leaving to?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Who does Emilia say is to blame when women cheat on their husbands?

2. What does Iago tell Cassio to do after Iago is done speaking with Othello at the beginning of Act 4?

3. Why does Iago stab and kill Roderigo?

4. Who is the most villainous person in this play?

5. Who are Cassio and Iago talking about while Othello thinks they are discussing Desdemona?

6. Why does Othello complain to Desdemona about having watery eyes?

7. Who does Iago try to frame for the attack on Cassio?

8. What does Desdemona realize about her marriage while she is getting ready for bed?

9. What part did Cassio play in Othello and Desdemona's courtship?

10. What does Desdemona do while getting ready for bed after dinner?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

This book is set in two different cities. Compare and contrast these two cities. How do these different locations affect the outcome of the book?

Essay Topic 2

The characters in this play all have their own goals and motivations. Select four characters and analyze each one's main motivation(s) throughout the play and how their individual goals affect the characters around them.

Essay Topic 3

Who is involved in the attack on Cassio, and what do they have to gain by doing this? How does this night alter the plot?

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