the study of drama
NAME - KHSUHI VEDANI
Answere:
PAPER - THE STUDY OF DRAMA
SEMESTER 5 - Ty ENGLISH
DATE - 5/ 9/25
Class assignment - ( MCQ's)
Home assignment - Summary of Othello by William Shakespeare
Essay - A doll's house
( CLASS ASSIGNMENT)
MCQs on Othello by William Shakespeare
1. What is William Shakespeare often called?
A) The Father of Drama
B) The King of Poets
C) The Bard of Avon ✅
D) The Legend of Language
2. In which year was William Shakespeare born?
A) 1544
B) 1564 ✅
C) 1584
D) 1604
3. How many sonnets did William Shakespeare write?
A) 130
B) 144
C) 154 ✅
D) 160
4. What type of play is Othello?
A) Comedy
B) Tragedy ✅
C) History
D) Romance
5. In what language was the original story of Othello written?
A) French
B) Latin
C) English
D) Italian ✅
6. What is the name of the Italian book that inspired Othello?
A) La Tragedia
B) De gli Hecatommithi ✅
C) Vita di Otello
D) Racconti Italiani
7. When was the first published version of Othello released?
A) 1604
B) 1616
C) 1622 ✅
D) 1623
8. Which collection included the second version of Othello?
A) Shakespeare’s Folio
B) The First Folio ✅
C) Quarto Collection
D) The Bard’s Anthology
9. Which genre does not belong to Shakespeare’s categories of plays?
A) Comedy
B) Epic ✅
C) History
D) Tragedy
10. Why is William Shakespeare considered highly influential?
A) He wrote in many different languages
B) He performed in royal courts
C) His works are studied, translated, and performed worldwide ✅
D) He invented the English alphabet
11. How many plays did William Shakespeare write (including collaborations)?
A) 29
B) 35
C) 39 ✅
D) 45
12. What is a “quarto”?
A) A large theatre
B) A small book format ✅
C) A Shakespearean actor
D) A poetic device
13. In which year was Othello first written?
A) 1600
B) 1603–1604 ✅
C) 1610
D) 1622
14. Why is Roderigo furious with Iago at the beginning of the play?
A) Iago has married Desdemona
B) Iago failed to secure Desdemona for him despite being paid ✅
C) Iago lied about Othello's military victories
D) Iago publicly embarrassed him
15. Why does Iago claim to hate Othello?
A) Othello insulted Iago's father
B) Othello married Desdemona
C) Othello promoted Cassio over him ✅
D) Othello was born a Moor
16. What action do Iago and Roderigo take to provoke Brabantio?
A) Kidnap Desdemona
B) Send a forged letter
C) Wake him to tell of Desdemona’s elopement ✅
D) Attack his house
17. How does Othello defend himself against accusations of using witchcraft?
A) He claims Desdemona cast the first spell
B) He presents witnesses
C) He recounts tales of his life that won her heart ✅
D) He denies marrying her
18. What ultimately convinces the Duke and Senate of Othello’s honesty?
A) Desdemona’s own testimony ✅
B) Evidence from Cassio
C) Iago’s defense of Othello
D) A letter from Brabantio
19. What event eliminates the Turkish threat to Cyprus?
A) A Venetian pre-emptive strike
B) A Turkish civil war
C) A severe storm at sea ✅
D) The arrival of Othello’s fleet
20. What minor gesture between Cassio and Desdemona does Iago use to manipulate Othello?
A) A kiss on the cheek
B) A handshake ✅
C) Sharing a drink
D) Walking together
21. What advice does Iago give to Roderigo about Cassio during the celebration?
A) Challenge him to a duel
B) Steal from him
C) Start a fight to discredit him ✅
D) Spy on his room
22. How is Cassio demoted?
A) He fails to deliver a military order
B) He is caught stealing
C) He wounds Montano during a drunken fight ✅
D) Othello overhears him mocking Desdemona
23. What advice does Iago give Cassio after his demotion?
A) Flee the island
B) Ask Desdemona to speak to Othello ✅
C) Challenge Othello
D) Blame Roderigo
24. How does Iago obtain Desdemona’s handkerchief?
A) He steals it from her room
B) Othello gives it to him
C) Emilia picks it up and gives it to him ✅
D) Roderigo finds it and hands it over
25. What false proof does Iago give Othello of Desdemona's infidelity?
A) A letter Cassio wrote
B) A rumor from Roderigo
C) Cassio wearing Desdemona’s handkerchief ✅
D) A drawing made by Cassio
26. What effect does jealousy have on Othello’s physical state?
A) He becomes mute
B) He faints
C) He experiences an epileptic seizure ✅
D) He loses his eyesight
27. Why does Othello strike Desdemona in front of Lodovico?
A) She confesses to an affair
B) She says she still loves Cassio
C) She talks back disrespectfully
D) Lodovico announces Cassio’s promotion ✅
28. How does Iago use Bianca to reinforce his plot?
A) He bribes her to lie
B) He lets her return the handkerchief Cassio has ✅
C) He kills her as a warning
D) He frames her for poisoning Desdemona
29. What lie does Iago tell Desdemona to explain Othello’s rage?
A) That Othello has a mental illness
B) That Cassio insulted him
C) That Othello is troubled by political matters ✅
D) That her father is gravely ill
30. Why does Roderigo agree to attack Cassio?
A) To gain military rank
B) To help Iago win Emilia
C) To stop Othello from leaving with Desdemona
D) To win Desdemona’s love ✅
Part 1.
A - desdemono
B- emilia
C- lago
D- roderigo
E- brabantio
F- othello
G- the Duke
Part 2 .
1. Binaca
2. Grazanio
3.lodivico
4. Montano
Part 3.
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(Home assignmen)
Summary of Othello by William Shakespeare
The play begins in Venice with a quarrel between Roderigo, a wealthy Venetian, and Iago, ensign to General Othello. Roderigo has been paying Iago to help him win the love of Desdemona, but he learns that she has already married Othello, a respected Moorish general. Iago, jealous because Othello promoted Cassio to lieutenant instead of him, secretly plots revenge.
Act I – Venice
Iago and Roderigo awaken Brabantio, Desdemona’s father, claiming that Othello has bewitched and stolen his daughter. Brabantio confronts Othello, accusing him of witchcraft, but the Duke and Venetian Senate summon Othello to discuss a Turkish invasion of Cyprus. Othello defends himself, explaining that Desdemona fell in love with him through the stories of his adventures and battles. Desdemona confirms her love and declares her loyalty to Othello as her husband. The Duke sends Othello to lead the defense of Cyprus, and Desdemona insists on accompanying him.
Act II – Cyprus
In Cyprus, a storm destroys the Turkish fleet, removing the military threat. Othello, Desdemona, Iago, Cassio, and Roderigo arrive safely. Cassio greets Desdemona warmly by taking her hand—an innocent act that Iago seizes upon as the foundation of his plot. Iago convinces Roderigo that Desdemona will tire of Othello and fall in love with Cassio, encouraging him to help discredit Cassio. That night, Iago gets Cassio drunk and manipulates Roderigo into provoking a fight. Cassio wounds Governor Montano, and Othello, enraged, strips Cassio of his rank. Iago pretends to sympathize with Cassio and advises him to seek Desdemona’s help in regaining Othello’s favor—setting the stage for Othello’s jealousy.
Act III – The Web of Deception
Cassio pleads with Desdemona, who promises to intercede with Othello. Iago manipulates Othello by hinting at an affair between Cassio and Desdemona, feeding his insecurities. When Desdemona drops her handkerchief—the first gift Othello gave her—Emilia picks it up and gives it to Iago, unaware of his intent. Iago plants it in Cassio’s chamber as “proof.” He later convinces Othello that Cassio has used the handkerchief, igniting Othello’s jealousy into rage. Othello vows revenge, promoting Iago as his new lieutenant.
Act IV – Jealousy Consumes Othello
Othello’s mind deteriorates under jealousy, and he collapses in an epileptic fit. Iago tricks him into eavesdropping on a conversation with Cassio about Bianca, making it appear they are mocking Othello’s honor with Desdemona. When Desdemona cannot produce the handkerchief, Othello becomes convinced of her betrayal. Even Lodovico, a Venetian nobleman, is shocked when Othello strikes Desdemona in public. Meanwhile, Iago convinces Roderigo to kill Cassio to stop Othello and Desdemona from leaving Cyprus.
Act V – Tragedy Unfolds
Roderigo attacks Cassio but is wounded instead. Iago secretly stabs Cassio, then kills Roderigo to silence him. Believing Cassio is dead, Othello goes to Desdemona’s chamber, smothers her, and ignores her pleas of innocence. Emilia enters and exposes Iago’s treachery after Othello cites the handkerchief as proof. Furious, Iago kills Emilia and tries to flee, but he is captured. Realizing the truth too late, Othello delivers a final speech of remorse and stabs himself, dying beside Desdemona.
The play ends with Lodovico taking charge: Cassio is named governor of Cyprus, Graziano inherits Othello’s estate, and Iago is sentenced to executions
✨ Themes Highlighted:
Jealousy as destructive madness.
Appearance vs. Reality through Iago’s deception.
Trust and Betrayal within marriage and friendship.
Prejudice and Racism, shown in attitudes toward Othello.
The fragility of honor and reputation.
( Essay )
{ A Doll's House }
Henrik Ibsen's play, A Doll's House, explores several complex themes and uses powerful symbols to reveal the true nature of its characters and their society.
Major Themes
The play critiques the restrictive gender roles of the 19th century, showing how both men and women are confined by societal expectations. Women were expected to be wives and mothers, often needing a man's permission for simple actions like borrowing money. Mrs. Linde, for example, marries for money instead of love because she sees no other way to survive. Even men are trapped; Torvald feels he must be completely independent and cannot accept help from a woman, which prevents him from seeing Nora as his equal and ultimately dooms their marriage.
Ibsen highlights the sacrificial role of women in this society. Nora's nanny gives up her own child to work, Mrs. Linde marries a wealthy man she doesn't love to support her family, and Nora herself secretly takes out a loan to save her husband's life. Nora later sacrifices her place in her children's lives, believing they would be safer without her. This theme shows how society expected women to give up everything, while men rarely had to sacrifice their integrity or power.
The play also examines the intricate nature of parental and filial obligations. Dr. Rank suffers from a disease inherited from his father's immoral lifestyle, illustrating how the sins of a parent can literally affect their child. Torvald believes bad mothers create bad children and refuses to let Nora near their kids after he learns her secret. At the same time, children have duties to their parents, as shown by Mrs. Linde caring for her sick mother.
The theme of deceit and masks is central to the play. Many characters hide their true selves and their secrets, from Krogstad's past crimes to Nora's secret loan. Nora pretends to be Torvald's playful "skylark" or "squirrel" to get what she wants, but this mask prevents him from seeing her as a person. The masquerade ball symbolizes how characters hide their true selves to maintain appearances.
This focus on appearances ties into the theme of the unreliability of appearances. Characters are often not who they seem to be at first glance. The seemingly frivolous Nora is actually brave and clever. The strong, loving Torvald reveals himself to be selfish and weak. The villainous Krogstad turns out to be kind and willing to change. Torvald's obsession with his public image ultimately destroys his marriage.
The theme of reputation is also explored, showing how people are judged not only by their own actions but also by their family background. Dr. Rank's illness is a direct result of his father's poor reputation, and Torvald blames Nora's spending habits on her "blood" from her father.
Finally, the play contrasts two types of marriage. Nora and Torvald have a traditional marriage where he controls the money and treats her like a child. In contrast, Mrs. Linde and Krogstad build a relationship based on honesty and equality, seeing each other as partners. By the end, Nora leaves Torvald because she wants a "real wedlock" based on mutual respect.
Key Symbols
The Christmas tree in the Helmer home represents Nora herself. Initially, it is fresh and beautiful, just like Nora's carefully crafted cheerful appearance. As the stress of her secret loan weighs on her, the tree becomes "disheveled," its candles burned down, mirroring the breakdown of Nora's perfect facade.
New Year's Day symbolizes a fresh start, but not in the way the characters initially expect. While Torvald looks forward to a new job and more money, and Nora hopes to finally pay off her debt, the new year ultimately brings a complete change in their lives. Instead of financial success, it symbolizes Nora's decision to leave and begin a new, independent life.
Nora's tarantella dance also has a deeper meaning. Torvald controls her costume and her movements, treating her like a doll to show off. However, Nora uses the dance to distract him and begins to rebel by dancing more wildly than he likes, showing her growing desire for freedom. The dance represents both her trapped, doll-like role and her budding rebellion against it.
