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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Ithamore bring back to the house to see Abigail?
(a) Friar Belmora.
(b) Friar Jacomo.
(c) Friar Bernardine.
(d) Friar Jacobs.

2. What does the bashaw demand?
(a) The surrender of Malta.
(b) The execution of Ferneze.
(c) The surrender of the Spanish ships.
(d) The gold tribute.

3. Where is Barabas's gold hidden?
(a) A waterfront inn.
(b) The senate house.
(c) His former home.
(d) The local monastery.

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

5. Why do the characters in Act 3, Scene 2 challenge each other to a duel?
(a) They both received forged letters.
(b) They both hate each other.
(c) They both are betrothed to Abigail.
(d) They each want the other one dead.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the prostitute depressed?

2. How does Barabas conduct his business?

3. Who helps the Turks conquer Malta?

4. What does Calymath tell the messenger who brings the invitation?

5. What is Abigail's desire for Barabas?

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