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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 courage of the suitors.
(b) The intent of the suitors.
(c) The sincerity of the suitors.
(d) The character of the suitors.

2. What is Launcelot's occupation?
(a) Merchant.
(b) Clown.
(c) Servant.
(d) Sailor.

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

4. What do Portia's suitors have to choose from in order to win her hand in marriage?
(a) Chests.
(b) Goblets.
(c) Purses.
(d) Crowns.

5. Who of the following is not a merchant in Venice?
(a) Salarino.
(b) Antonio.
(c) Bassanio.
(d) Solanio.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Antony concerned about at the beginning of the play?

2. What religion does Shylock follow?

3. Who does Bassiano take out a loan from?

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

5. Who is Bassanio in love with?

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