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

2. What has lowered the interest rates on loans in Venice?
(a) Unexpected poverty.
(b) Generous lending.
(c) Late payments.
(d) War.

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

4. Why does the money lender refuse to complete the loan process in the way Bassanio suggests?
(a) There will be pork at the table.
(b) He refuses to sign anything until he sees proof of the guarantee.
(c) He hates Antonio.
(d) He puts no credence into a handshake.

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 Lorenzo say he will be doing on the night of the masquerade?

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

3. What is Launcelot's father's name?

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

5. Who is Launcelot's master?

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