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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 is the name of Portia's lady in waiting?
(a) Nelissa.
(b) Nerissa.
(c) Naomi.
(d) Natalia.

2. What is Launcelot's father's name?
(a) Gobbo.
(b) Gilroy.
(c) Goddo.
(d) Gildo.

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

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

5. What is Antony concerned about at the beginning of the play?
(a) His merchandise.
(b) A loan he just took out.
(c) His melancholy.
(d) His mother.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Shylock hate Antonio?

3. How many servants are attending the Moroccan prince?

4. Where does the Moroccan prince first touch land?

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

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