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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who does Bassanio hire into his service before he leaves Venice?
(a) Shylock.
(b) Launcelot.
(c) Gratiano.
(d) Goddo.

3. What physical ailment does Launcelot's father have?
(a) Deafness.
(b) Blindness.
(c) Lameness.
(d) Baldness.

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

5. Why is guaranteeing this loan so dangerous to Antonio?
(a) Antonio is known for defaulting on loans.
(b) All his ships are currently sailing.
(c) Antonio is not even using the money for himself.
(d) Antonio is already deep in debt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Launcelot want to do when he first appears on stage?

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

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

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

5. How many servants are attending the Moroccan prince?

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