Othello's Actions and Motivations

In Act 2 Scene 3 of Othello, Iago manipulates Cassio into getting drunk, leading to a fight with Roderigo. Montano is injured, prompting Othello to fire Cassio. Iago advises Cassio to seek Desdemona's help to regain his position, while secretly planning to make Othello jealous. Roderigo grows frustrated with Iago's schemes.

What event is being celebrated at the start of Act 2 Scene 3?

• The appointment of a new governor

• The defeat of the Turks

• The arrival of a Venetian envoy

• The marriage of Othello and Desdemona

What does Iago suggest to Cassio about Desdemona?

• She is planning to leave Cyprus

• She is indifferent to Cassio

• She is in love with Othello

• She is fond of Cassio

Why does Iago want Cassio to drink?

• To help him sleep

• To celebrate the victory

• To provoke a fight

• To make him confess his love for Desdemona

Who does Iago inform about Cassio's drunken state?

• Montano

• Roderigo

• Desdemona

• Othello

What is the result of the fight between Cassio and Roderigo?

• Cassio is promoted

• Roderigo is killed

• Othello is pleased

• Montano is injured

What action does Othello take after learning about the fight?

• He forgives Cassio

• He promotes Cassio

• He dismisses Cassio

• He punishes Iago

What does Cassio lament losing after his demotion?

• His love for Desdemona

• His wealth

• His reputation

• His friendship with Othello

What advice does Iago give to Cassio to regain his position?

• Speak to Othello directly

• Appeal to Desdemona

• Leave Cyprus

• Challenge Montano to a duel

What does Iago plan to do with the information about Desdemona and Cassio?

• Tell Roderigo

• Use it to manipulate Othello

• Reveal it to Othello

• Ignore it

What concern does Roderigo express to Iago?

• His fear of Othello

• His love for Desdemona

• His lack of money

• His desire to return to Venice