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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Desdemona's reaction to Othello's accusation of her unfaithfulness?
(a) She is relieved to have the truth out.
(b) She is stricken and confused.
(c) She is angry.
(d) She wonders what took him so long to realize it.

2. What does Brabantio do when he hears that Desdemona really does love Othello?
(a) He attacks Othello.
(b) He disowns her.
(c) He slaps her and spits on her in public.
(d) He embraces his new son.

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

4. What is Emilia trying to convey to Desdemona as they talk while getting ready for bed?
(a) The consequences of remaining naive.
(b) The true nature of marriage.
(c) The harsh reality of the world.
(d) The fact that Othello may have been unfaithful.

5. Who does Iago reveal his entire plan to after everyone else leaves the Duke's court in Cyprus?
(a) The Duke.
(b) Roderigo.
(c) Cassio.
(d) The audience.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Cassio do for Othello while Othello and Desdemona were still courting?

2. How does Cassio greet Iago's wife when they enter the Duke of Cyprus's court?

3. Who does Iago notice doting on Desdemona while in the court of the Duke of Cyprus?

4. Who does Cassio fight with on his first night in Cyprus?

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

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