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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. What does the Moroccan want Portia to judge him by?
(a) His love.
(b) His kind heart.
(c) His actions.
(d) His beauty.

2. Where does the Moroccan prince first touch land?
(a) Sparta.
(b) Belmont.
(c) Venice.
(d) Rome.

3. What is Shylock's daughter most ashamed of?
(a) Her religion.
(b) Her looks.
(c) Her low social rank.
(d) Her father.

4. What is the consequence of a suitor choosing the wrong chest?
(a) He cannot speak of marriage to any other woman.
(b) He must pledge his allegiance to Portia's household.
(c) He must pay the price.
(d) He is sworn to secrecy.

5. How much money will Antonio earn when his investments come to fruition?
(a) The exact amount of the loan.
(b) Twice the amount of the loan.
(c) Ten times the amount of the loan.
(d) Three times the loan amount.

Short Answer Questions

1. What physical ailment does Launcelot's father have?

2. What does the Moroccan prince beg Portia not to judge him by?

3. Why does Portia say it does not matter how she judges him?

4. What does Portia really not like about the Moroccan Prince?

5. Why does the money lender refuse to complete the loan process in the way Bassanio suggests?

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