Othello Act III, Scene IV

Why does Desdemona not wish to admit to Othello that she has lost the handkerchief he had given her?

• She thinks Othello will not notice its absence.

• She feels horrible because it has a lot of sentimental value.

• She plans to buy a new one to replace it.

• She believes it is cursed.

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Why does Othello demand to see the handkerchief when he already knows that Desdemona does not have it?

• He wants to test Desdemona's honesty.

• He is angry and filled with jealousy.

• He forgot that he already knew it was lost.

• He wants to give it to someone else.

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When Cassio asks Desdemona about his suit, what does she tell him?

• She tells him to speak directly to Othello.

• She advises him to leave the city.

• She tells him to be patient because Othello is in a bad mood.

• She promises to talk to Othello immediately.

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What does Desdemona think is the cause of Othello’s anger?

• She believes it is a personal issue unrelated to her.

• She thinks it is due to a problem with the government/his job.

• She suspects it is because of a family matter.

• She assumes it is because of a financial issue.

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What point does Emilia raise about Othello's anger?

• She suggests it might be due to a health issue.

• She hopes it is not because he is jealous of Desdemona.

• She believes it is because of a political scandal.

• She thinks it is due to a misunderstanding.

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State one reason why Bianca is upset with Cassio.

• He has been spending too much money.

• He hasn't been near her for a week.

• He forgot her birthday.

• He insulted her in public.

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What is the second reason Bianca is upset with Cassio?

• He gave her a handkerchief she believes is from another woman.

• He refused to take her on a trip.

• He criticized her cooking.

• He lost a gift she gave him.

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What does Desdemona hope will resolve Othello's anger?

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How does Emilia view the situation between Othello and Desdemona?

• She is indifferent to their problems.

• She is hopeful it will resolve soon.

• She is concerned it might be due to jealousy.

• She believes it is a minor misunderstanding.

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What does Cassio hope to achieve by speaking with Desdemona?

• To gain her sympathy.

• To secure a promotion.

• To have her speak to Othello on his behalf.

• To end their friendship.

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