The Merchant of Venice Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

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The Merchant of Venice Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is guaranteeing this loan so dangerous to Antonio?
(a) Antonio is known for defaulting on loans.
(b) Antonio is already deep in debt.
(c) Antonio is not even using the money for himself.
(d) All his ships are currently sailing.

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

3. What does the money lender want if the loan that Bassanio needs cannot be repaid?
(a) A signed deed of Antnio's land.
(b) A promise that Antonio will never touch his daughter.
(c) A pound of flesh.
(d) A portion of Antonio's company.

4. Why is Launcelot leaving Venice?
(a) He has business over seas.
(b) He is now employed by Bassanio.
(c) He has a shipment to watch over.
(d) He fears Shylock has figured out his plans with his daughter.

5. Which of these is NOT a fault Portia saw in some of her past suitors?
(a) Insensitivity.
(b) No humor.
(c) Ignorance.
(d) Ego.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why is Bassiano so nervous about Antonio signing the loan agreement?

3. Whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?

4. What does Launcelot want to do when he first appears on stage?

5. How many items do Portia's suitors have to choose from to win her hand in marriage?

(see the answer key)

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