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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Jessica afraid to do what is asked of her at the masquerade?
(a) She is afraid she will be rejected from the synogogue.
(b) She is not dressed appropriately.
(c) She is afraid her father will find out.
(d) She is afraid of what people will think of her.

2. What does Lorenzo say he will be doing on the night of the masquerade?
(a) He will be running away with Jessica.
(b) He has decided to sail with Bassanio.
(c) He feels that he is falling ill.
(d) He hates dances.

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

4. Who wants to dine with Shylock the evening of the Masquerade?
(a) Antonio.
(b) Bassanio.
(c) Gratiano.
(d) Lorenzo.

5. What does Bassanio ask the man he is getting the loan from to do in order to complete the loan process?
(a) Shake hands on the deal.
(b) Sign a contract.
(c) Dine with him and Antonio.
(d) Meet at Antonio's house.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where are the rules for Portia's suitors listed?

2. Who is the first person to attempt choosing one of the chests?

3. Who of the following is not a merchant in Venice?

4. What do the men lack for the upcoming masquerade?

5. How much interest is being charged on the loan to Bassanio?

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