Starter quiz

  • What is a symbol?
    • when an object reoccurs throughout a play
    • when an object represents something else  ✓
    • when a character speaks alone
  • In Shakespeare's 'Othello', how does Iago deceive Othello?
    • He convinces him that Venice is in danger.
    • He convinces him that Cassio and Desdemona are having an affair.  ✓
    • He convinces him that he is a useless army general.
  • How does Iago contribute to getting Cassio fired in 'Othello'?
    • He frames him as having an affair, so Othello fires him.
    • He frames him as a drunkard, so Othello fires him.  ✓
    • He frames him as a war criminal, so Othello fires him.
  • In the play 'Othello', what is the moment Othello sees Desdemona's 'affair' with Cassio as 'reality'?
    • He sees Desdemona and Cassio kissing.
    • Desdemona's lipstick is smudged.
    • He sees Bianca, Cassio's mistress, with Desdemona's handkerchief.  ✓
    • He sees Cassio's tie in Desdemona's pocket.
  • Is Desdemona what she seems at the beginning of the play 'Othello'? Explain.
    • No, her father believes she is ''a maiden never bold''.  ✓
    • Yes, she is a timid young woman who obeys her father.
    • No, Othello believes she is a faithful wife.
  • How does ‘’I am not what I am’’ link to the theme of appearances vs reality in the play 'Othello'?
    • It shows how Iago is insecure about not getting a promotion.
    • It shows how Iago cannot decide if he likes Othello or not.
    • It shows how Iago will appear to be loyal but in reality be treacherous.  ✓
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