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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While speaking with Iago in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Othello say he would never give up for Desdemona?
(a) Nothing.
(b) His virtue.
(c) His military status.
(d) His social reputation.

2. Why is Roderigo so unhappy about Desdemona's marriage?
(a) He wants his son to marry Desdemona.
(b) He lost a bet.
(c) He loves Desdemona.
(d) He hates Othello.

3. Why does Brabantio think Othello has the power of bewitchment?
(a) Iago told him this.
(b) He has seen Othello do it to others.
(c) This is widely rumored about Othello.
(d) He is a moor.

4. Why is Iago so upset with Othello at the beginning of the play?
(a) He promoted Cassio instead of Iago.
(b) He slept with his wife.
(c) He married Desdemona.
(d) He is a moor.

5. What does Iago plan to tell Othello once he is in Cyprus with him?
(a) That Cassio does not deserve his promotion.
(b) That Roderigo is in love with Desdemona.
(c) That the Duke wants him to return to Venice.
(d) That Cassio and Desdemona are having an affair.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Iago choose to be his main pawn in his plan to get revenge against Othello?

2. What is Roderigo's first step toward revenge against Othello when he hears of their marriage?

3. How is Brabantio related to Desdemona?

4. What is so different about Desdemona and Othello's relationship?

5. Where are the Turks heading at the beginning of the play?

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