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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. Why does Launcelot think his master is a devil?
(a) He lies openly.
(b) He is cruel.
(c) He is Jewish.
(d) He seems muddled in the head.

2. How many servants are attending the Moroccan prince?
(a) 8.
(b) 16.
(c) 12.
(d) 4.

3. Where is the person coming from whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?
(a) France.
(b) Venice.
(c) Brittain.
(d) Morocco.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What will the correct suitor find inside the correct item in order to win Portia's hand in marriage?

2. Who is meant to pick a husband for Portia?

3. What was one of Portia's suitors addicted to?

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

5. How many items do Portia's suitors have to choose from to win her hand in marriage?

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