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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Portia request while Bassanio is choosing his casket?
(a) That lunch be served.
(b) That music be played.
(c) That he let her read the inscriptions to him.
(d) That he wait an hour.

2. What convinces Lorenzo to change his plans on the night of the masquerade?
(a) News from Launcelot.
(b) An announcement from Bassanio.
(c) The discussion with his friends.
(d) A letter from Jessica.

3. What does Shylock tell his daughter not to do on the night of the masquerade?
(a) Look out the window.
(b) Attend the ball.
(c) Worry about him.
(d) Have visitors.

4. Why is Bassiano so nervous about Antonio signing the loan agreement?
(a) He feels guilty.
(b) He fears for Antonio's reputation.
(c) The cost is too high.
(d) The villain is being nice.

5. What did the Moroccan Prince think many men desired?
(a) Gold.
(b) Joy.
(c) Portia.
(d) Wealth.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why is Launcelot leaving Venice?

3. What is the title of the second guest at Belmont while Bassanio is sailing there?

4. What has lowered the interest rates on loans in Venice?

5. Why is Antonio sad when Shylock has realized his daughter is gone?

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