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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 word used interjectionally to express distaste, rejection, aversion, etc. does Sir Andrew Aguecheek use in Act III Scene IV?
(a) Beshrew
(b) Chantry
(c) Knave
(d) Pox

2. What image is depicted on the jewel that Olivia gives Cesario in Act III Scene IV?
(a) Sebastian’s picture
(b) The ocean
(c) Olivia’s picture
(d) Viola’s picture

3. What gemstone does Sebastian say Olivia gave him in Act IV Scene III?
(a) A diamond
(b) A pearl
(c) An emerald
(d) An opal

4. What word from Act IV Scene II means exaggerated?
(a) Consecrated
(b) Mellifluous
(c) Hyperbolical
(d) Knave

5. The jester compares a sentence to what type of glove in Act III Scene I?
(a) A golden glove
(b) A cheveril glove
(c) A satin glove
(d) A velveteen glove

Short Answer Questions

1. Olivia’s last lines in Act IV Scene III are: “Then lead the way, good father; and heavens so shine, that they may fairly note this” what?

2. Of whom does Olivia speak when she says in Act III Scene IV, “he is sad and civil, and suits well for a servant with my fortunes”?

3. What is the meaning of the word “requite” used in Act IV Scene II?

4. Maria tells Feste to assume what name in his costume in Act IV Scene II?

5. Feste claims in Act IV Scene II, “I’ll ne’er believe a madman till I see his” what?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the character of Sir Andrew Aguecheek. How does Sir Toby Belch describe his friend?

2. Describe the character of Sir Toby Belch. How does Sir Toby contribute to the tone of the play?

3. What do Sir Toby Belch and Fabian convince Sir Andrew Aguecheek to do in Act III Scene II? Who interrupts them?

4. What is humiliating about Malvolio’s situation in Act IV Scene II?

5. What does Olivia declare in Act III Scene I? How does Viola/Cesario respond?

6. How is Viola/Cesario saved from the duel in Act III Scene IV?

7. What leads to Antonio’s feelings of betrayal in Act III Scene IV?

8. What is Sir Andrew Aguecheek’s principle focus and grievance in the play?

9. How does Antonio help Sebastian in Act III Scene III?

10. Is Malvolio’s treatment in Act IV is justified? Why or why not?

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