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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. Where is Bassanio heading to after speaking with Gratiano?
(a) London.
(b) Belmont.
(c) Rome.
(d) France.

2. Which casket does the guest at Belmont choose while Bassanio is sailing there?
(a) The lead casket.
(b) The brass casket.
(c) The gold casket.
(d) The silver casket.

3. Why does Launcelot think his master is a devil?
(a) He lies openly.
(b) He is cruel.
(c) He seems muddled in the head.
(d) He is Jewish.

4. Who does Antonio plead for mercy from?
(a) The duke.
(b) The jailer.
(c) Tubal.
(d) Shylock.

5. What does Launcelot want to do when he first appears on stage?
(a) Move out of Italy.
(b) Steal some money.
(c) Get married.
(d) Run away from his master.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What reason does the guest at Belmont give for his choice of caskets?

4. What is Launcelot's occupation?

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

(see the answer key)

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