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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much interest is being charged on the loan to Bassanio?
(a) Five Percent.
(b) None.
(c) Ten percent.
(d) Twenty Percent.

2. What convinces Lorenzo to change his plans on the night of the masquerade?
(a) An announcement from Bassanio.
(b) News from Launcelot.
(c) A letter from Jessica.
(d) The discussion with his friends.

3. Why does the money lender refuse to complete the loan process in the way Bassanio suggests?
(a) He hates Antonio.
(b) He puts no credence into a handshake.
(c) He refuses to sign anything until he sees proof of the guarantee.
(d) There will be pork at the table.

4. Who does Lorenzo give his letter to after reading it?
(a) Launcelot.
(b) Bassanio.
(c) Gratiano.
(d) Gobbo.

5. Why does Shylock hate Antonio?
(a) He is in love with his daughter.
(b) He is a Jew.
(c) He lends money too generously.
(d) He is not fair in his dealings.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Launcelot's father's name?

2. What religion does Antonio follow?

3. Why is Jessica afraid to do what is asked of her at the masquerade?

4. What does Bassanio ask the man he is getting the loan from to do in order to complete the loan process?

5. Why does Gratiano say Jessica is not a true Jew?

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