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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why has no suitor yet tried to choose one of the chests?
(a) They realize that Portia is not as rich as they thought.
(b) Portia's dowry is insufficient.
(c) They only wanted a free trip, not a real bride.
(d) They will not be allowed to ever marry if they choose incorrectly.

2. What did one of Portia's suitors have too much fondness for?
(a) His looks.
(b) Her lady in waiting.
(c) His horse.
(d) His money.

3. Who is Shylock's daughter sad to see leave?
(a) Launcelot.
(b) Shylock.
(c) Gilroy.
(d) Bassanio.

4. Whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?
(a) Another suitor.
(b) Portia's godfather.
(c) Portia's father.
(d) A merchant.

5. What does Launcelot tease his father about when he sees him on the street?
(a) Not recognizing his own son.
(b) His bad jokes.
(c) His mismatched clothing.
(d) His lack of money or occupation.

Short Answer Questions

1. What religion does Shylock's daughter want to follow?

2. What is the name of Portia's lady in waiting?

3. How many servants are attending the Moroccan prince?

4. Who does Lorenzo give his letter to after reading it?

5. What does Lorenzo say he will be doing on the night of the masquerade?

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