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

2. What does the money lender want if the loan that Bassanio needs cannot be repaid?
(a) A pound of flesh.
(b) A portion of Antonio's company.
(c) A signed deed of Antnio's land.
(d) A promise that Antonio will never touch his daughter.

3. Why is Antonio not worried about his wealth at the beginning of the play?
(a) All of his wares are insured.
(b) He has more than enough money.
(c) He cares not for money.
(d) His wares are on more than one ship.

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

5. Who does Bassiano take out a loan from?
(a) Gratiano.
(b) Shylock.
(c) Santino.
(d) Lorenzo.

Short Answer Questions

1. What physical ailment does Launcelot's father have?

2. How is Bassanio related to Antonio?

3. Which of these is NOT a fault Portia saw in some of her past suitors?

4. How many servants are attending the Moroccan prince?

5. What is Launcelot's occupation?

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