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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. What did Portia's father want to determine through his test of chests?
(a) The character of the suitors.
(b) The intent of the suitors.
(c) The courage of the suitors.
(d) The sincerity of the suitors.

2. Who begs to travel with Bassanio on his journey before he leaves Venice?
(a) Gobbo.
(b) Gratiano.
(c) Launcelot.
(d) Antonio.

3. What does the Moroccan want Portia to judge him by?
(a) His beauty.
(b) His kind heart.
(c) His love.
(d) His actions.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where does the Moroccan prince first touch land?

3. What does the Moroccan prince beg Portia not to judge him by?

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

5. Why does Launcelot think his master is a devil?

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