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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) Bassanio.
(b) Gratiano.
(c) Antonio.
(d) Lorenzo.

2. What does Gratiano say most lovers really love?
(a) Their feelings.
(b) Attention.
(c) Their lover.
(d) The chase.

3. What does Lorenzo say he is saving the woman he loves from?
(a) Her Jewish heritage.
(b) Her boredom.
(c) Her poverty.
(d) Her father.

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

5. Why is guaranteeing this loan so dangerous to Antonio?
(a) Antonio is known for defaulting on loans.
(b) All his ships are currently sailing.
(c) Antonio is not even using the money for himself.
(d) Antonio is already deep in debt.

Short Answer Questions

1. When does Gratiano say love tends to wane?

2. Who does Lorenzo love?

3. Who does Launcelot want to work for?

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

5. Which casket does the second suitor choose?

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