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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Escalus ask the Constable for a list of?
(a) People waiting to be judged.
(b) The laws and punishments.
(c) Prisoners.
(d) Replacements for his job.

2. What is the occupation of Mistress Overdone?
(a) Dancer.
(b) Prostitute.
(c) Assistant.
(d) Brothel Owner.

3. Who allows the laws in Vienna to go unenforced for so long?
(a) The Duke.
(b) The King.
(c) The Commissioner.
(d) The Deputy.

4. What news does Pompey bring the first time he is on stage?
(a) Claudio has been arrested.
(b) The taxes are all due.
(c) The brothels are being shut down.
(d) A town meeting has been called.

5. Who questions the validity of Claudio's expedited execution?
(a) Escalus.
(b) The Pope.
(c) The Duke.
(d) The Provost.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the people in Vienna view the laws, according to the Duke?

2. How long has it been since someone was killed for fornication?

3. Who leads Claudio through the streets when he is arrested?

4. How long does Pompey think the new law enforcement will last?

5. On what point does Escalus agree with Angelo?

(see the answer key)

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