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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much money will Antonio earn when his investments come to fruition?
(a) Twice the amount of the loan.
(b) Three times the loan amount.
(c) Ten times the amount of the loan.
(d) The exact amount of the loan.

2. What convinces Lorenzo to change his plans on the night of the masquerade?
(a) A letter from Jessica.
(b) News from Launcelot.
(c) The discussion with his friends.
(d) An announcement from Bassanio.

3. What does Launcelot want to do when he first appears on stage?
(a) Run away from his master.
(b) Steal some money.
(c) Move out of Italy.
(d) Get married.

4. What does Lorenzo apologize for when he arrives at the masquerade?
(a) Getting lost.
(b) Bringing Jessica.
(c) Being late.
(d) Offending Shylock.

5. How much interest is being charged on the loan to Bassanio?
(a) None.
(b) Twenty Percent.
(c) Ten percent.
(d) Five Percent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Bassano demand of the man who begs to go on the journey with Bassanio?

2. What is found inside the casket chosen by the second suitor to Portia while Bassanio is sailing there?

3. Who does Bassiano take out a loan from?

4. What does Lorenzo say he will be doing on the night of the masquerade?

5. What religion does Antonio follow?

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