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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Othello go after his discussion with Brabantio at the inn?
(a) The Duke's house.
(b) His own house.
(c) Brabantio's house.
(d) He catches a ship heading to Cyprus.

2. What does Othello tell Desdemona is so special about the handkerchief he gave her?
(a) It is a symbol of love.
(b) It was his grandmother's.
(c) It is from a far away land.
(d) It has magical powers.

3. What does Othello do for Iago before he goes to dinner with the Islanders?
(a) Tell him to drop the subject of infidelity.
(b) Thank him for his service.
(c) Order him to leave.
(d) Promote him to lieutenant.

4. While talking to Othello in Act 1, Scene 2, what does Iago pretend that he does not like to do?
(a) Give orders.
(b) Tell lies.
(c) Take orders.
(d) Kill men.

5. What does Othello ask Iago to watch for while Othello is away on his errand?
(a) Signs of Desdemona's infidelity.
(b) A message from the Duke.
(c) Signs of Cassio's treachery.
(d) The arrival of Desdemona's father.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is ordered to attend Desdemona on her journey to Cyprus?

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

3. What does the Duke of Cyprus praise about Othello before he comes ashore in Cyprus?

4. What are Iago and Roderigo discussing as the first scene opens?

5. What does Brabantio do when he hears that Desdemona really does love Othello?

(see the answer key)

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