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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the prostitute's male friend?
(a) Belic-Plia.
(b) Boras-Pilial.
(c) Pilia-Borza.
(d) Pellam-Berca.

2. What reason was given for the Jews being ordered to meet at the senate house?
(a) To penalize non-taxpayers.
(b) To celebrate a Jewish holy day.
(c) None.
(d) To determine merchant bonuses.

3. What does Barabas says he will do if he doesn't recover his money?
(a) He will haunt the place after he dies.
(b) He will steal someone else's money.
(c) He will burn the place with everyone inside.
(d) He will work hard and earn more money.

4. Why is the governor happy?
(a) He anticipates being given money.
(b) The Spanish have weakened the Turkish forces.
(c) He anticipates taxes from the presence of the Spanish.
(d) The Spanish have defeated the Turkish forces.

5. What does Abigail realize about father when she learns about the duel?
(a) He should be punished for his wicked deeds.
(b) He will never repent.
(c) He doesn't follow his own religion.
(d) He loves his wealth more than he loves her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did the Jews flee to Malta?

2. Who tells her son he shouldn't speak to Jews?

3. What happens after the bashaw leaves?

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

5. Why does the governor agree to let the Spanish stay?

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