Othello Test

Even-tempered and emotionless at first, but then spirals out of control Othello
Killed Roderigo Iago
Even in her death, protects her husband Desdemona
Would cheat on her husband if it would make him a king. Emilia
Thinks any man who seems honest is honest Othello
Has a pretty little wife he can’t control Cassio
Rumored to have slept with Cassio and Othello Emilia
Worries he has ruined his reputation with a street fight Cassio
Believes the perfect woman would “have babies and clip coupons” Iago
The first character to die Roderigo
Characterization that is not directly stated and must be inferred” best describes what kind of characterization? indirect characterization
“The main subject a text focuses on or what the author is trying to say about the subject” best describes what? Theme
“Characterization that is stated directly and does not need to be inferred” best described what kind of characterization? Direct Characterization
Why is Iago upset with Othello? He gave Cassio a promotion over him and he is rumored to have slept with his wife
What can you infer about Michael Cassio based on Iago’s declaration that “he has a pretty wife but he can’t even control her”? Cassio is a weak man
What can you infer about Iago from the following quote: “But then there’s another kind of servant who looks dutiful and devoted, but who’s really looking out for himself. By pretending to serve their lords, these men get rich, and when they’ve saved up enough they can be their own masters.” He is not a loyal person, admires those kinds of men and is describing himself
“I’m not who I appear to be,” is an example of direct characterization for which character? Iago
“My God, sir, you’re stubborn and suspicious. We come here to help you and you treat us like thugs, but you let an African horse climb all over your daughter. Your grandsons will neigh to you like horses. Your whole family will be ruined” supports the development of which theme? Racism
Why does Iago leave before Brabantio gets outside in Act I, Scene I? He can’t be seen working against Othello
Which of the following is not a crime Brabantio accuses Othello of? Raping Desdemona
Iago’s statement, “Sometimes I worry I’m not cruel enough for this job” is an example of what? dramatic irony
Which character said, “Keep an eye on her, Moor. She lied to me and she may lie to you.” Brabantio
“He thinks any man who seems honest is honest” indirectly characterizes which character? Othello
What is Montano’s opinion of Othello? He’ll be a good governor
Which of the following provides the best objective summary of the conversation Iago, Emilia and Desdemona have together in Act II, Scene I? Iago thinks the perfect woman doesn’t exist, and Emilia and Desdemona are highly offended.
Who is considered Iago’s “purse”? Roderigo
According to Iago, why will Desdemona need to find a new lover? Othello is old and ugly, and she needs someone young and handsome
Why does Othello demote Cassio at the end of Act II He has behaved in a way that is not appropriate for a man of his position
In Act III, why does Cassio not want to see Othello? He feels guilty for disappointing Othello
What role did Cassio play in the courtship of Othello and Desdemona? He passed notes between them
“People should be what they appear to be. If they’re not honest, they shouldn’t appear to be,” is an example of which of the following? Irony
Iago says he cannot arrange what for Othello? Opportunity for Othello to catch Desdemona and Cassio in the act.
Who has the handkerchief at the end of Act III Bianca
Whose idea is it to strangle Desdemona? Iago
Who is the first character to notice something is strange about Iago? Roderigo
Who tells Othello the truth in Act V? Emilia
What is the primary cause of the tragedy in “Othello”? Iago’s dishonesty
When Emilia asks Desdemona who killed her, Desdemona says, “Nobody, I myself.” Given what we know of Desdemona’s character, what is the most likely reason why she would say this? Desdemona does not want Othello’s actions to become known.
What two characters are left standing at the end of the play? Iago and Cassio
True or False: Iago convinced Roderigo to not kill himself by convincing him Desdemona was in love with Cassio. False: Iago convinced Roderigo to not kill himself by convincing him Desdemona will be his because she will get sick of Othello.
True or False: Iago killed Emilia and Roderigo. True
True or False: Cassio is promoted to Governor in the wake of Othello’s death. True
True or False: Desdemona claims she would cheat on her husband if it meant giving him the world. False: Emilia claims she would cheat on her husband if it meant giving him the world.
True or False: Desdemona gave Cassio the handkerchief because she knew he could give it to Bianca as a gift. False: Iago gave Cassio the handkerchief to prove Desdemona and Cassio were having and affair.
What is Iago’s ultimate goal? Would he ever be really happy with the outcome? Constructed Response – Opinion based
Who is responsible for the multiple deaths at the end of the play? Constructed Response – Opinion based
What is the most predominant theme and how is it developed throughout the text? Constructed Response – Opinion based
Did Emilia cheat on Iago? Constructed Response – Opinion based
Whose death is the most tragic in Othello? Constructed Response – Opinion based
THEME STATEMENTS: Racism How they are developed throughout the text? Why are they important to the text and/or impact the story? What ultimately is the “message” the author is trying to relay?
THEME STATEMENTS: Appearance versus Reality How they are developed throughout the text? Why are they important to the text and/or impact the story? What ultimately is the “message” the author is trying to relay?
THEME STATEMENTS: Relationships How they are developed throughout the text? Why are they important to the text and/or impact the story? What ultimately is the “message” the author is trying to relay?
THEME STATEMENTS: Jealousy How they are developed throughout the text? Why are they important to the text and/or impact the story? What ultimately is the “message” the author is trying to relay?
August 3, 2019