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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Othello finally consent to meet with Cassio?
(a) He wants Desdemona to leave him alone concerning this subject.
(b) He is reminded of how much Cassio means to him.
(c) He wants to keep Cassio near so he can make sure he is not having an affair with his wife.
(d) He is in a hurry to leave and wants her to be quiet.

2. What do Othello and Desdemona do when they meet each other in Cyprus?
(a) Embrace warmly.
(b) Blush and act embarrassed.
(c) Chide each other for scaring the other.
(d) Kiss passionately.

3. What does Iago say happens to every married man?
(a) They all get cheated on.
(b) They all realize they do not love their wives.
(c) They all get jealous.
(d) They find who their true friends are.

4. What does the Duke do after hearing both Brabantio and Othello's sides of the story?
(a) Arrest Brabantio for his outrageous accusation.
(b) Test Desdemona for signs of having been bewitched.
(c) Hear Desdemona's version of the story.
(d) Allow Othello to go free.

5. What does Othello ask Iago for when he decides to punish Desdemona for her affair?
(a) A rope.
(b) Poison.
(c) A knife.
(d) A decree of divorce.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Desdemona tell Othello she was doing right before he came in the room so suddenly?

2. What does the Duke order Othello to do before hearing what Brabantio has to say?

3. What does Othello tell Desdemona is so special about the handkerchief he gave her?

4. What does Othello tell Desdemona to do after the walk after dinner?

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

(see the answer key)

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