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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 does Salarino think Antonio's sadness is about?
(a) Worry over his ships.
(b) Competiton in the market.
(c) Love.
(d) His mother's sickness.

2. Why is Antonio not worried about his wealth at the beginning of the play?
(a) All of his wares are insured.
(b) His wares are on more than one ship.
(c) He cares not for money.
(d) He has more than enough money.

3. Why does Bassanio need to borrow something from Antonio at the beginning of the book?
(a) To woo a woman.
(b) To reach his home.
(c) To hide his identity.
(d) To save some time.

4. What does Bassanio ask the man he is getting the loan from to do in order to complete the loan process?
(a) Sign a contract.
(b) Dine with him and Antonio.
(c) Shake hands on the deal.
(d) Meet at Antonio's house.

5. Who is meant to pick a husband for Portia?
(a) Herself.
(b) Her father.
(c) Her godfather.
(d) Her uncle.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money will Antonio earn when his investments come to fruition?

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

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

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

5. How is Bassanio related to Antonio?

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