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

2. How does the second suitor to Portia treat her while Bassanio is sailing there?
(a) He is timid and careful.
(b) He is insulting and arrogant.
(c) He is kind and thoughtful.
(d) He is ignorant and slow.

3. Where is Bassanio heading to after speaking with Gratiano?
(a) Belmont.
(b) Rome.
(c) France.
(d) London.

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

5. Who does Bassiano take out a loan from?
(a) Gratiano.
(b) Santino.
(c) Lorenzo.
(d) Shylock.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the second guest at Belmont from while Bassanio is sailing there?

2. How much interest is being charged on the loan to Bassanio?

3. Why does the second suitor choose to forgo the gold casket?

4. What does Lorenzo say Shylock's only way to Heaven will be?

5. What is Jessica afraid to do for Lorenzo at the masquerade?

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