by umedhurst
Step into the world of Venice and Cyprus, where love, jealousy, and betrayal intertwine in Shakespeare’s Othello. This quiz will challenge your understanding of the play’s intricate plot and complex characters. Sharpen your wits and see how well you remember the details of this timeless tragedy!
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Othello Quiz Questions Overview
1. Who is the author of Othello?
William Shakespeare
Christopher Marlowe
Ben Jonson
John Webster
2. What is Othello’s rank in the Venetian army?
Lieutenant
General
Captain
Sergeant
3. Who is Othello’s ensign?
Cassio
Iago
Roderigo
Montano
4. Who does Othello marry?
Bianca
Emilia
Desdemona
Ophelia
5. What object does Iago use to manipulate Othello?
A ring
A letter
A handkerchief
A necklace
6. Which character is wrongly accused of having an affair with Desdemona?
Cassio
Roderigo
Montano
Lodovico
7. Who is Iago’s wife?
Bianca
Emilia
Desdemona
Ophelia
8. What is the setting of the majority of the play?
Venice
Cyprus
Rome
Florence
9. Who kills Desdemona?
Iago
Cassio
Othello
Roderigo
10. What motivates Iago’s actions throughout the play?
Love
Jealousy
Ambition
Revenge
11. Who is the first character to die in the play?
Desdemona
Roderigo
Brabantio
Montano
12. What role does Cassio hold before being demoted?
Lieutenant
General
Captain
Sergeant
13. Who reveals Iago’s deceit in the end?
Othello
Cassio
Desdemona
Emilia
14. What is the outcome for Othello at the end of the play?
He is imprisoned
He escapes
He is killed
He commits suicide
15. Which character is Othello’s trusted lieutenant at the start of the play?
Cassio
Iago
Roderigo
Montano
16. What is the main theme of Othello?
Love
Jealousy
Ambition
Betrayal
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