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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Shylock's daughter hate herself for?
(a) Being too stubborn to see the truth about Launcelot.
(b) Wanting to turn her back on her religion.
(c) Being ashamed of her father.
(d) Not taking after her mother in looks.

2. What did Portia's father want to determine through his test of chests?
(a) The courage of the suitors.
(b) The sincerity of the suitors.
(c) The intent of the suitors.
(d) The character of the suitors.

3. Whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?
(a) A merchant.
(b) Portia's godfather.
(c) Another suitor.
(d) Portia's father.

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

5. Who is Shylock's daughter sad to see leave?
(a) Bassanio.
(b) Shylock.
(c) Gilroy.
(d) Launcelot.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Salarino think Antonio's sadness is about?

2. Who begs to travel with Bassanio on his journey before he leaves Venice?

3. Who is the first person to attempt choosing one of the chests?

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

5. What is Shylock's daughter most ashamed of?

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