Character Analysis and Themes in Othello

Which of the following words best describes Othello?

• Deceptive

• Honest

• Cowardly

• Greedy

Which of the following words best describes Iago?

• Loyal

• Manipulative

• Kind

• Generous

Which of the following words best describes Roderigo?

• Brave

• Foolish

• Wise

• Cunning

How does Brabantio react when he hears about Desdemona’s elopement with Othello?

• He is pleased

• He is indifferent

• He is angry

• He is supportive

How does Desdemona defend her love for Othello in front of her father and the Duke?

• By saying she loves his wealth

• By saying she loves his stories

• By saying she loves his appearance

• By saying she loves his power

What advice does Iago give to Roderigo at the end of Act 1, and what is his true intention?

• To save money; to help him

• To pursue Desdemona; to use him

• To leave Venice; to protect him

• To trust Othello; to deceive him

What does Iago reveal about his true feelings toward Othello in his soliloquy at the end of Scene 3?

• He loves him

• He respects him

• He hates him

• He fears him

Fill in the blank: "I know my _______" (scene 1)

• worth

• place

• enemy

• friend

Fill in the blank: "I _______ him to serve my turn upon him."

• love

• follow

• hate

• use

"Sir, you’re _______!"

• Happy

• Robbed

• Angry

• Lost