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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 Prince think Portia does not like about him?
(a) His reputation.
(b) His dark skin.
(c) His ego.
(d) His clothing.

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

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

4. What does Portia really not like about the Moroccan Prince?
(a) His dark skin.
(b) His clothing.
(c) His reputation.
(d) His ego.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Bassanio hire into his service before he leaves Venice?

2. What did one of Portia's suitors have too much fondness for?

3. What has lowered the interest rates on loans in Venice?

4. Who does Shylock's daughter ask to deliver the letter she writes just before Bassanio leaves Venice?

5. Which of these is NOT a fault Portia saw in some of her past suitors?

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