Othello Quiz

Where does Act II take place?

• Cyprus

• Venice

• Rome

• Florence

What news does the Herald bring?

• The Turkish fleet has been destroyed

• Othello has been captured

• Desdemona is missing

• A new war has started

How does the war with the Turks end?

• The Turks retreat

• The Turks win

• The Turks are defeated by a storm

• The Turks make peace

How does Iago talk about women as he speaks to Desdemona and Emilia?

• He praises them

• He insults them

• He ignores them

• He admires them

What 'evidence' does Iago use to convince Roderigo that Desdemona is interested in Cassio?

• Cassio's handkerchief

• Desdemona's letter

• them whispering to each other

• Desdemona's ring

Iago tells Roderigo that Desdemona's 'eye must be fed,' which means...

• She needs attention

• She is hungry

• She is tired

• She is blind

Why does Iago say that he loves Desdemona?

• she fits into his plan

• Because he truly loves her

• To make Cassio jealous

• To win her affection

Roderigo is told to antagonize Cassio to start a fight.

• True

• False

• Not mentioned

• Partially true

Iago wants Montano to pick a fight with Cassio.

• True

• False

• Not mentioned

• Partially true

Why can Iago always count on Roderigo's help in his manipulations?

• Roderigo is in love with Desdemona.

• Roderigo is promised a promotion.

• Roderigo is Iago's brother.

• Roderigo owes Iago money.