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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What religion does Shylock follow?
(a) Jewish.
(b) Catholic.
(c) Puritan.
(d) Christian.

2. Where does Portia's cousin live?
(a) Venice.
(b) Paris.
(c) Rome.
(d) Padua.

3. 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.

4. What does Shylock tell his daughter not to do on the night of the masquerade?
(a) Attend the ball.
(b) Look out the window.
(c) Worry about him.
(d) Have visitors.

5. Which casket does Bassanio choose?
(a) Silver.
(b) Golden.
(c) Bronze.
(d) Lead.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jessica hope her father will lose on the night of the masquerade?

2. How does Launcelot tell Jessica about who is coming to her house the night of the masquerade?

3. What does Antonio think Shylock hates him for while he is in prison?

4. Who is late to the masquerade?

5. How much interest is being charged on the loan to Bassanio?

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