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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does the Duke order to be executed in Claudio's place?
(a) Barnardine.
(b) Pompey.
(c) Froth.
(d) Daniel.

2. Who will explain the plan to Angelo's fiancee?
(a) Escalus.
(b) Isabella.
(c) The Duke.
(d) Claudio.

3. How does the brother of Angelo's fiancee die?
(a) He died at war.
(b) He was hung for lechery.
(c) He was lost at sea.
(d) He was bucked off a horse.

4. Who leads Mistress Overdone into the prison in Act 3?
(a) Angelo.
(b) Escalus.
(c) Elbow.
(d) The Provost.

5. How does the Duke feel about what the woman tells him in Act 2, Scene 3?
(a) He feels deep compassion.
(b) He is happy to hear it.
(c) He is not surprised.
(d) He is deeply shocked.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Juliet sent away from the prison at the beginning of Act 2?

2. Why does the Duke not honor the wishes of his new deputy at the beginning of the play?

3. What does the Duke say provides Ragozine's death?

4. Who does Angelo's fiancee ask for permission to be a part of the plan?

5. Who does Angelo know he has wronged while the Duke is gone?

(see the answer key)

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