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Act 2, Scene 1 Quiz
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What position does Isabella take regarding Claudio’s punishment?
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She thinks his actions should be condemned but not Claudio himself
She believes he should be executed for his sins
She refuses to plead for him because she is ashamed of his behavior
She believes Angelo is making the right decision and supports the punishment
How does Angelo justify Claudio’s punishment?
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He argues that crimes must be punished regardless of when they were committed
He believes Claudio should be forgiven because everyone makes mistakes
He thinks Juliet should be punished instead of Claudio
He agrees with Isabella's assessment of the situation
What advice does Lucio give to Isabella during her plea to Angelo?
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To remain calm and accept Angelo’s decision
To argue with logic instead of emotion
To be more passionate and persuasive in her appeal
To threaten Angelo with public shame
What argument does Isabella use to try to persuade Angelo to show mercy?
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She claims that Claudio has been falsely accused
She argues that only divine forces should administer ultimate justice
She offers to take Claudio’s place in prison
She accuses Angelo of committing worse crimes himself
How does Angelo attempt to justify his lustful thoughts about Isabella?
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He admits that he has been unfair in his enforcement of the law
He acknowledges his lack of self-discipline and vows to resist temptation
He decides that Claudio’s punishment should be less severe
He blames Isabella’s virtue for making him desire her
