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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Gratiano say Jessica is not a true Jew?
(a) She is in love with a Christian.
(b) She eats pork.
(c) She is too nice.
(d) She is generous with her money.

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

3. Who does Bassiano take out a loan from?
(a) Lorenzo.
(b) Santino.
(c) Gratiano.
(d) Shylock.

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

5. What is the name of Shylock's daughter?
(a) Jessica.
(b) Josilyn.
(c) Jennifer.
(d) Jaslene.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Launcelot tease his father about when he sees him on the street?

3. What is inside the casket chosen by the guest at Belmont?

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

5. Why is Bassiano so nervous about Antonio signing the loan agreement?

(see the answer key)

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