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Othello Act 1 Scene 1 Quiz
Othello Act 1 Scene 1 Quiz
Why does Iago hide his identity from Brabantio?
He wants to keep his plan secret
He is ashamed of his words
He fears arrest
He wants to mock Othello
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Why is Iago resentful of Othello?
Othello ignored his advice
Othello accused him of theft
Othello married Desdemona
Othello promoted Cassio instead of him
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Who are the first two characters to appear in Act 1 Scene 1?
Cassio and Montano
Othello and Desdemona
Iago and Roderigo
Brabantio and Lodovico
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Why do Iago and Roderigo wake Brabantio in the night?
To ask for his help in war
To tell him Desdemona has eloped
To accuse Othello of treason
To warn him about Iago
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What best summarizes Iago’s personality in this scene?
Kind and sympathetic
Manipulative and duplicitous
Careless and foolish
Honest and brave
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What does Iago call Othello to provoke Brabantio?
“The noble soldier”
“The old black ram”
“The false friend”
“The Moorish king”
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What word best describes Cassio according to Iago?
Lazy and cowardly
Dishonest and manipulative
Bookish and inexperienced
Brave and battle-hardened
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What theme is introduced in Iago’s dialogue about appearances?
Deception vs. reality
Love vs. hate
Peace vs. war
Honor vs. shame
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How do Iago and Roderigo describe Othello to Brabantio?
As a “gentle warrior”
As a “noble general”
As a “black ram” and “Barbary horse”
As a “valiant Moor”
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What foreshadowing occurs in Iago’s words?
Brabantio’s forgiveness
His eventual betrayal of Othello
Cassio’s rise to power
Desdemona’s loyalty to her father
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Why is Roderigo angry with Iago at the beginning of the scene?
Iago insulted him publicly
Iago refused to duel Cassio
Iago stole his money
Iago failed to tell him about Othello’s marriage
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Which line best shows Iago’s deceitful nature?
“My lord commands, I obey.”
“Truth guides my tongue.”
“I serve my master faithfully.”
“I am not what I am.”
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How is Othello first described before he appears?
As a merchant
As an outsider
As a criminal
As a Venetian
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What does the phrase “thieves, thieves!” refer to in the scene?
Theft of gold
A burglary
Desdemona’s elopement
A false accusation
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What does Iago say motivates all men’s service?
Loyalty
Honor
Duty
Self-interest
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Whom does Othello choose as his lieutenant?
Iago
Roderigo
Montano
Cassio
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What does Iago tell Roderigo he will pretend to be?
A neutral observer
Cassio’s enemy
Othello’s loyal follower
Brabantio’s ally
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What does Roderigo hope to gain from the situation?
A position in the army
Desdemona’s affection
Money from Brabantio
Iago’s friendship
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What does Iago urge Roderigo to do after Brabantio’s rage grows?
Attack Othello directly
Go hide to avoid blame
Leave Venice
Confess his love to Desdemona
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What racial undertone runs throughout the scene?
Praise for interracial love
Admiration for Othello’s bravery
Mockery of Brabantio’s age
Prejudice against Othello’s heritage
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What atmosphere is created by the opening night setting?
Tension and secrecy
Authority and order
Peace and clarity
Joy and celebration
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What position did Iago want but did not receive?
Ensign
Captain
Governor
Lieutenant
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What does Iago mean when he says, “In following him, I follow but myself”?
He serves Othello only to advance himself
He seeks friendship
He is his own master
He mirrors Othello’s values
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Who is Brabantio?
Othello’s lieutenant
Desdemona’s father
A senator’s friend
The Duke of Venice
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How does Brabantio describe Desdemona’s supposed state?
As joyful and free
As frightened and lost
As rebellious but honest
As bewitched or drugged
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What emotion does Brabantio show upon hearing the news?
Fury and disbelief
Sadness
Amusement
Calm acceptance
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How does Brabantio react to Roderigo’s presence?
He attacks him physically
He insults him for past proposals to Desdemona
He invites him inside
He thanks him for his loyalty
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What does Brabantio accuse Othello of using to win Desdemona?
Charm
Bribery
Force
Witchcraft
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What is Brabantio’s final action in this scene?
He forgives Iago
He reports Roderigo to the Duke
He returns to bed
He gathers men to find Othello
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What does Iago claim about his service to Othello?
He owes Othello his life
He despises military work
He serves only for his own advantage
He is loyal to the end
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