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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Shylock's daughter know Launcelot?
(a) He does business often with her father.
(b) He was her father's servant.
(c) He has been courting her.
(d) He is a very popular figure in the area.

2. What did one of Portia's suitors have too much fondness for?
(a) Her lady in waiting.
(b) His money.
(c) His horse.
(d) His looks.

3. Why does Portia say it does not matter how she judges him?
(a) She already knows the kind of person he is.
(b) She will marry no one.
(c) The choice is not hers.
(d) He must make up his own mind.

4. Who does Launcelot want to work for?
(a) Antonio.
(b) Shylock.
(c) Bassanio.
(d) Portia.

5. Where are the rules for Portia's suitors listed?
(a) Her father's will.
(b) A book of decorum.
(c) The deed of inheritance.
(d) A royal decree.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Bassanio heading to after speaking with Gratiano?

2. What religion does Shylock follow?

3. Who does Bassiano take out a loan from?

4. Why does Shylock hate Antonio?

5. Why would Shylock not approve of his daughter's choice in husband?

(see the answer key)

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