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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. What does Bassano demand of the man who begs to go on the journey with Bassanio?
(a) His cooking skills.
(b) His best behavior.
(c) Half the cost of using the ship.
(d) A contract.

2. Why is Launcelot leaving Venice?
(a) He is now employed by Bassanio.
(b) He has a shipment to watch over.
(c) He has business over seas.
(d) He fears Shylock has figured out his plans with his daughter.

3. What does the Moroccan prince beg Portia not to judge him by?
(a) His riches.
(b) His speech.
(c) His dark skin.
(d) His reputation.

4. What does Jessica plan to do while her father is dining on the night of the masquerade?
(a) Ask him to convert to Christianity with her.
(b) Drug his food with a sleeping draught.
(c) Sneak out and attend the masquerade.
(d) Run away with Lorenzo.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the consequence of a suitor choosing the wrong chest?

2. What is the name of Shylock's daughter?

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

4. What religion does Shylock follow?

5. What does Lorenzo say he is saving the woman he loves from?

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