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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did the Jews flee to Malta?
(a) The opportunity for a wealthier lifestyle.
(b) The abundance of available free land.
(c) The persecution of the Spanish Inquisition.
(d) The presence of a Christian monastery.

2. What happens to Jews who will not comply with the governor's order?
(a) They and their families will be executed.
(b) They and their families will be deported.
(c) They and their families' money and possessions will be taken.
(d) They and their families will be sold as slaves.

3. How did Marlowe die?
(a) In barroom brawl.
(b) In a duel.
(c) Of old age.
(d) In a sick bed.

4. What happens after the governor and vice-admiral agree?
(a) The Spanish announce their rule over Malta.
(b) The Spanish prepare to fight the Turks.
(c) The Turkish prisoners are released.
(d) The Turkish prisoners are sold.

5. Who does Barabas enlist to retrieve his money from its hiding place?
(a) Ferneze.
(b) Lodowick.
(c) Abigail.
(d) Mathias.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Barabas take on his way to get his gold?

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

3. What does Barabas think of Catholicism?

4. Is Barabas concerned about losing his hidden money?

5. Who is the vice-admiral of the Spanish navy?

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