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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Launcelot want to work for?
(a) Portia.
(b) Antonio.
(c) Bassanio.
(d) Shylock.

2. What does Antonio think Shylock hates him for while he is in prison?
(a) Helping Jessica run away with Lorenzo.
(b) Helping people who hate Jews.
(c) Loaning money to those who can't afford it.
(d) Not dealiing fairly with Shylock in the past.

3. What does the inscription on the lead casket say it holds?
(a) A risky investment.
(b) What he deserves.
(c) A joy beyond all measure.
(d) What many men want.

4. What is the guest at Belmont doing while Bassanio is sailing there?
(a) Preparing to leave.
(b) Courting Portia.
(c) Choosing between the caskets.
(d) Dining and Talking.

5. How does the guest at Belmont react when he sees what is in the casket he has chosen?
(a) He starts raving furiously.
(b) He laughs at the wit of Portia's father.
(c) He bursts into tears.
(d) He leaves the scene quickly.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Shylock warn the jailer not to do?

2. How does Portia react when she sees what is in the casket chosen by the guest at Belmont?

3. What does Shylock say will happen if the duke does not uphold the contract between Shylock and Antonio?

4. Who does Bassanio hire into his service before he leaves Venice?

5. What does Launcelot tease his father about when he sees him on the street?

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