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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 does Portia tell her lady in waiting she is tired of the world?
(a) She is shackled by her fortune.
(b) Her father and friend died.
(c) War and tyranny are frustrating her.
(d) She cannot make her own choices.

2. What does Lorenzo apologize for when he arrives at the masquerade?
(a) Bringing Jessica.
(b) Being late.
(c) Getting lost.
(d) Offending Shylock.

3. What is Jessica holding when she arrives at the masquerade?
(a) A dress.
(b) A purse.
(c) A gift bag.
(d) A box.

4. Who of the following is NOT present to discuss the masquerade?
(a) Solanio.
(b) Gratiano.
(c) Salarino.
(d) Bassanio.

5. What was one of Portia's suitors addicted to?
(a) Opium.
(b) Caffeine.
(c) Tobacco.
(d) Alcohol.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Salarino think Antonio's sadness is about?

2. What does Bassanio need to borrow from Antonio at the beginning of the book?

3. How does Shylock's daughter know Launcelot?

4. What does Launcelot want to do when he first appears on stage?

5. How does Launcelot tell Jessica about who is coming to her house the night of the masquerade?

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