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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Othello say about his wife when she leaves after pleading Cassio's case?
(a) That she is a very greedy woman.
(b) That she will always get her way with him.
(c) That he loves her.
(d) That he thinks she is being unfaithful.

2. What does Othello do after Iago lies about over hearing Cassio brag about being with Desdemona?
(a) He starts throwing things.
(b) He punches Iago.
(c) He goes into a trance-like state.
(d) He screams at the top of his lungs.

3. What does Emilia tell Desdemona about jealousy after Othello leaves in a huff?
(a) That it needs no cause because it feeds upon itself.
(b) It always works itself out in the end.
(c) It is too powerful for a woman to combat.
(d) It will destroy her and everyone she holds dear.

4. Who is Iago supposed to deliver a package to?
(a) Desdemona.
(b) Othello.
(c) The Senate.
(d) The Duke.

5. What does Desdemona do to try and prove her love to Othello after he has accused her of an affair?
(a) Put their wedding sheets on the bed.
(b) Write a letter.
(c) Wear a chastity belt with a single key given to Othello.
(d) Swear an oath to never be unfaithful again.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In her conversation with Cassio right before Othello leaves, what does Desdemona say she will make Othello's every moment about?

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

4. Who enters the room and is surprised to see Cassio with a handkerchief?

5. What drops to the ground as Othello and Desdemona head to dinner with the islanders?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Iago stab and kill Roderigo?

2. Who does Iago try to frame for the attack on Cassio?

3. Who is the most villainous person in this play?

4. Why does Othello complain to Desdemona about having watery eyes?

5. Where is Othello going when he gives the package to Iago in Act 3, Scene 2?

6. What does Desdemona call Iago when she is talking with Cassio about getting his job back?

7. What question does Desdemona ask Emilia that proves her innocence and naivete?

8. What do Othello, Lodovico, Desdemona and Emilia all do together after dinner?

9. What does Iago tell Desdemona he will do when Desdemona talks about Othello's odd and angry behavior towards her?

10. Why does Othello finally tell Desdemona that he will consider forgiving Cassio?

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