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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. Where are the rules for Portia's suitors listed?
(a) A book of decorum.
(b) The deed of inheritance.
(c) A royal decree.
(d) Her father's will.

2. Who is Bassanio in love with?
(a) Prenatia.
(b) Pattea.
(c) Placius.
(d) Portia.

3. 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 hates Antonio.
(c) There will be pork at the table.
(d) He refuses to sign anything until he sees proof of the guarantee.

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

5. What religion does Antonio follow?
(a) Puritan.
(b) Muslim.
(c) Jewish.
(d) Christian.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Portia tell her lady in waiting she is tired of the world?

2. What is the name of Portia's lady in waiting?

3. Why is Antonio not worried about his wealth at the beginning of the play?

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

5. Why is guaranteeing this loan so dangerous to Antonio?

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