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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What will the correct suitor find inside the correct item in order to win Portia's hand in marriage?
(a) Portia's picture.
(b) Wedding rings.
(c) The key to the master bedroom.
(d) A marriage certificate.

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

3. Whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?
(a) A merchant.
(b) Another suitor.
(c) Portia's father.
(d) Portia's godfather.

4. What is the name of Portia's lady in waiting?
(a) Naomi.
(b) Natalia.
(c) Nerissa.
(d) Nelissa.

5. Why does the money lender refuse to complete the loan process in the way Bassanio suggests?
(a) He puts no credence into a handshake.
(b) He refuses to sign anything until he sees proof of the guarantee.
(c) He hates Antonio.
(d) There will be pork at the table.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What does Solanio think Antonio's sadness is about?

4. What is Antony concerned about at the beginning of the play?

5. What does Gratiano tell Antonio not to become at the end of the book?

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