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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through King Lear and Macbeth.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do Belarius, Polydore and Cadwal leave Imogen in the woods?
(a) They think she is an assassin.
(b) They think she is dead.
(c) They believe she is a wood sprite.
(d) They want to keep her safe from scouts.

2. How do Claudio and Don Pedro indicate to Benedick that Beatrice loves him in Much Ado About Nothing?
(a) They show him Beatrice's journal.
(b) They leave a note for him to find.
(c) They let him overhear a conversation.
(d) They tell him outright.

3. Who sends word to Posthumus that Imogen has died?
(a) Belarius.
(b) Pisanio.
(c) Iachomo.
(d) The queen.

4. What role does Ariel take on the island in The Tempest?
(a) Miranda's ward.
(b) Caliban's accomplice.
(c) Prospero's assistant.
(d) Sycorax's suitor.

5. In Merchant of Venice, how does Shylock make money as a usurer?
(a) He runs a textile-works on the side.
(b) He collects finder's fees.
(c) He charges interest.
(d) He invests in fishing interests.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Celia fall in love with in As You Like It?

2. Why is King Lear dividing up his kingdom?

3. In Much Ado About Nothing, what does Hero do when accused of infidelity?

4. In The Tempest, what important items does Prospero have that allow him to use magic on the island?

5. What does Hermione disguise herself as at the end of The Winter's Tale?

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