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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the vice-admiral of the Spanish navy?
(a) Martin del Bosco.
(b) Boscum del Martinelli.
(c) Bosco del Martinez.
(d) Martino del Boscarelli.

2. How does the governor betray Malta?
(a) He gives Malta over to Spanish rule.
(b) He conspires with the vice-admiral to overthrow the government.
(c) He allows the Turkish prisoners to escape.
(d) He keeps all the money from the sale of the prisoners.

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

4. Where did the bag and its contents come from?
(a) The monastery.
(b) The Spanish.
(c) The senate house.
(d) Barabas's house.

5. When was The Jew of Malta first performed?
(a) 1591.
(b) 1593.
(c) 1592.
(d) 1590.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Barabas's character represent?

2. What does his slave tell Barabas about himself?

3. Why does the Spanish armada come to Malta?

4. Who is the prostitute's male friend?

5. Why does Barabas prefer to be paid in gold rather than valuable goods?

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