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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. How is Bassanio related to Antonio?
(a) Bassanio is his cousin.
(b) Bassanio is his brother.
(c) Bassanio is his uncle.
(d) Bassanio is his best friend.

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

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

4. What has lowered the interest rates on loans in Venice?
(a) Late payments.
(b) Unexpected poverty.
(c) War.
(d) Generous lending.

5. Why does Shylock hate Antonio?
(a) He is not fair in his dealings.
(b) He lends money too generously.
(c) He is in love with his daughter.
(d) He is a Jew.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Salarino think Antonio's sadness is about?

3. What do Portia's suitors have to choose from in order to win her hand in marriage?

4. Who of the following is not a merchant in Venice?

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

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