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

2. Who is Launcelot's master?
(a) Bassanio.
(b) Salarino.
(c) Antonio.
(d) Shylock.

3. Why is Bassiano so nervous about Antonio signing the loan agreement?
(a) He feels guilty.
(b) He fears for Antonio's reputation.
(c) The villain is being nice.
(d) The cost is too high.

4. Why does Gratiano say Jessica is not a true Jew?
(a) She eats pork.
(b) She is generous with her money.
(c) She is in love with a Christian.
(d) She is too nice.

5. Who wants to dine with Shylock the evening of the Masquerade?
(a) Lorenzo.
(b) Bassanio.
(c) Antonio.
(d) Gratiano.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Launcelot's occupation?

2. How much money will Antonio earn when his investments come to fruition?

3. When does Gratiano say love tends to wane?

4. Who begs to travel with Bassanio on his journey before he leaves Venice?

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

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