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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. Who does Cassio hire to cheer himself up after his embarrassment on his first night in Cyrpus?
(a) Some dancers.
(b) Some musicians.
(c) Some servants.
(d) Some stylists.

2. What is the Duke discussing when he is first seen in the play?
(a) The Tukish fleet and their destination.
(b) His wife's sickness.
(c) Othello's marriage.
(d) Brabantio's accusation of Othello.

3. Who does Cassio fight with on his first night in Cyprus?
(a) Roderigo.
(b) Iago.
(c) Miltano.
(d) Montano.

4. What is the literary function of the Clown in this play?
(a) To tell the history.
(b) To provide ironic situations.
(c) To relay important messages.
(d) To provide comic relief.

5. What does Desdemona call Iago while she is talking with Cassio right before Othello leaves?
(a) An honest fellow.
(b) A snake in the grass.
(c) A faithful servant.
(d) A pompous fool.

Short Answer Questions

1. While speaking with Iago in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Othello say he would never give up for Desdemona?

2. What does Brabantio think will happen once he presents his case against Othello at the Duke's house?

3. What fault in Othello does Iago plan to use to go about destroying Othello's marriage?

4. What excuse does Desdemona give Othello for his odd behavior towards her?

5. On what account does Brabantio want to arrest Othello?

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