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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Machevill suggest a person gains power?
(a) Through deception and murder.
(b) Through stealing and blackmail.
(c) Through honesty and perseverence.
(d) Through greed and immoral behavior.

2. Who is the governor of Malta?
(a) Lodowick.
(b) Calymath.
(c) Ferneze.
(d) Barabas.

3. What does Barabas think of Catholicism?
(a) That it is a form of slavery.
(b) That it's priests and nuns are trustworthy.
(c) That is will replace Judaism.
(d) That is it a legitimate religion.

4. What is required before the imports on a ship can be offloaded?
(a) The owner of the goods must be present.
(b) Workers to do the labor must be hired.
(c) Taxes must be paid.
(d) Government officials must review the inventory.

5. What is Barabas's political affiliation?
(a) He supports the Turks.
(b) He has none.
(c) He supports the local government.
(d) He supports the Spanish.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Jews who will not comply with the governor's order?

2. How does Barabas conduct his business?

3. What did other playwrights get from Marlowe?

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

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

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