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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) Move out of Italy.
(b) Run away from his master.
(c) Steal some money.
(d) Get married.

2. What is Launcelot's father's name?
(a) Goddo.
(b) Gobbo.
(c) Gildo.
(d) Gilroy.

3. Which casket does the second suitor choose?
(a) The lead casket.
(b) The silver casket.
(c) The jewel encrusted casket.
(d) The brass casket.

4. What religion does Shylock follow?
(a) Christian.
(b) Jewish.
(c) Catholic.
(d) Puritan.

5. What does Bassanio ask the man he is getting the loan from to do in order to complete the loan process?
(a) Sign a contract.
(b) Dine with him and Antonio.
(c) Shake hands on the deal.
(d) Meet at Antonio's house.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Jessica holding when she arrives at the masquerade?

2. What will Jessica do for Lorenzo the night of the masquerade?

3. Who is late to the masquerade?

4. Who does Lorenzo love?

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

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