Olivia and Cesario's Interactions

In Act 1 Scene 5 of 'Twelfth Night', Maria introduces Feste to Olivia, who is initially unimpressed by his humor. Malvolio informs Olivia of a messenger from Orsino, who turns out to be Cesario. Cesario's eloquence captivates Olivia, leading her to fall in love, unaware that Cesario is actually Viola. Olivia rejects Orsino's suit but invites Cesario to return. She sends Malvolio after Cesario with a ring, pretending it was left behind. Feste's wisdom contrasts with Malvolio's grumpiness. Olivia, eager to move on from mourning, is drawn to Cesario's charm. The scene ends with Olivia scheming to see Cesario again, introducing a complication neither Viola nor Orsino expected.

Who does Maria bring to Olivia to cheer her up?

• Malvolio

• Viola

• Feste

• Orsino

What does Malvolio criticize about Feste?

• His dancing

• His attire

• His jokes

• His singing

Who is the messenger from Orsino?

• Viola

• Feste

• Cesario

• Malvolio

What does Cesario ask Olivia to do during their meeting?

• Remove her veil

• Sing

• Leave the room

• Dance

How does Olivia feel about Cesario's eloquence?

• Impressed

• Indifferent

• Annoyed

• Confused

What is Olivia unaware of regarding Cesario?

• Cesario's intentions

• Cesario's true identity

• Cesario's age

• Cesario's origin

What does Olivia send Malvolio to do after Cesario leaves?

• Return a ring

• Dismiss Cesario

• Deliver a letter

• Invite Cesario back

What advice does the fool give Olivia about her mourning?

• To continue mourning

• To forget her brother

• To seek revenge

• That her brother is in heaven

How does Olivia react to the fool's humor?

• She ignores it

• She is offended

• She appreciates it

• She is confused

What is Olivia ready to move on from?

• Her duties as a noble

• Her love for Orsino

• Her vow of mourning

• Her brother's death