The drunken chaos of late night partying in Olivia’s household prepares us for a comic clash of puritanical order. In this Twelfth Night Act 2 Quiz we look at the elaborate prank played on the arrogant steward Malvolio involving a forged letter. First question: Get ready to explore the subplots that turn the social hierarchy on its head.
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Twelfth Night Act 2 Quiz Questions
- Where does Act 2, Scene 1 of Twelfth Night take place?
- Who is rescued by Antonio at the beginning of Act 2?
- What does Sebastian tell Antonio about his sister Viola?
- What name does Sebastian say he used while traveling?
- Why does Antonio hesitate to go to Orsino’s court?
- Where does Act 2, Scene 2 take place?
- Who gives Viola the ring from Olivia in Scene 2?
- What does Viola realize when Malvolio gives her the ring?
- How does Viola describe her disguise after receiving the ring?
- What theme is emphasized through Viola’s reaction to the ring?
- Where does Act 2, Scene 3 occur?
- Who is drinking together at the start of Act 2, Scene 3?
- Who tries to quiet Sir Toby and Sir Andrew’s late-night revelry?
- What kind of song does Feste sing in Scene 3?
- What is Maria’s opinion of Malvolio in Act 2, Scene 3?
- What prank does Maria plan against Malvolio?
- Who agrees enthusiastically to help Maria with the prank?
- What does Sir Andrew fear during Scene 3?
- What does Feste contribute to the late-night scene?
- Why does Malvolio threaten to tell Olivia about the noise?
- What is Sir Toby’s response to Malvolio’s scolding?
- What does Maria call Malvolio after he leaves the scene?
- What emotion does Sir Andrew show most in this act?
- Where does Act 2, Scene 4 take place?
- What does Orsino request from Feste in Scene 4?
- Who accompanies Orsino in Scene 4 besides Feste?
- What advice does Orsino give Cesario about women’s love?
- What story does Viola tell to hint at her own love for Orsino?
- How does Act 2 deepen the theme of disguise?
- What emotion dominates Act 2 of Twelfth Night?