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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Barabas want Ferneze's son dead?
(a) Ferenze disapproved of the betrothal.
(b) The son had seduced Abigail.
(c) The son wanted to break the betrothal.
(d) Ferneze had seized his assets.

2. How may years tribute do the Turks demand?
(a) Five years.
(b) Ten years.
(c) Seven years.
(d) Twenty years.

3. Why does the Spanish armada come to Malta?
(a) To trade with their cargo.
(b) To take a time of relaxation.
(c) To resupply their vessels.
(d) To sell Turkish prisoners.

4. What do Pilia-Borza, Bellamira, and Ithamore send to Barabas?
(a) A false message to get him out of the house.
(b) A blackmail letter.
(c) A poisoned flower.
(d) A warning to flee.

5. What does Abigail risk by following Barabas's instructions to retrieve the gold?
(a) Imprisonment.
(b) Disappointment.
(c) Death.
(d) Slavery.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Barabas's gold hidden?

2. Who does Ithamore bring back to the house to see Abigail?

3. What order does the governor issue concerning the tribute?

4. What question does Abigail ask Ithamore when he returns from delivering the letters?

5. What does Abigail remind Barabas of when she retrieves him?

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