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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. Whose heart is broken over Barabas's daughter's decision to become a nun?
(a) Mathias.
(b) Barabas.
(c) Ferneze.
(d) Lodowick.

2. Is Barabas concerned about losing his hidden money?
(a) Yes, because he has no secure place to hide it.
(b) No, because it is well hidden so others can't find it.
(c) No, he plans to give it to help fight the Turks.
(d) Yes, he is worried it will be taken to fight the Turks.

3. How does Barabas describe Abigail?
(a) A star, shining in the east.
(b) A spy, deceiving his enemies.
(c) An expert, stealing with ease.
(d) A fly, unseen on the wall.

4. Where does Abigail appear to Barabas at the nunnery?
(a) At an upper window.
(b) At the back door.
(c) On the street.
(d) In the back yard.

5. Why does Barabas prefer to be paid in gold rather than valuable goods?
(a) Goods can be burned or lost.
(b) Gold takes up less space.
(c) Gold is as good as money in any nation.
(d) Goods can lose their value.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens after the governor and vice-admiral agree?

2. What is a counting house?

3. Who represents the Turks at the meeting with the Maltese governor?

4. What is the name of the slave Barabas buys?

5. Who does Barabas's daughter love?

(see the answer key)

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