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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. Where will Shylock be when his daughter attends the masquerade?
(a) Sleeping.
(b) At a worship service.
(c) Dining out.
(d) On a business trip.

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

3. What is Antony concerned about at the beginning of the play?
(a) His mother.
(b) His merchandise.
(c) A loan he just took out.
(d) His melancholy.

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

5. What will Jessica do for Lorenzo the night of the masquerade?
(a) Steal money from her father.
(b) Be his torchbearer.
(c) Marry him.
(d) Be his partner for the night.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Portia really not like about the Moroccan Prince?

2. Why is Launcelot leaving Venice?

3. Why does Bassanio need to borrow something from Antonio at the beginning of the book?

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

5. Who wants to dine with Shylock the evening of the Masquerade?

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