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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. Who begs to travel with Bassanio on his journey before he leaves Venice?
(a) Gobbo.
(b) Launcelot.
(c) Antonio.
(d) Gratiano.

2. What does Portia hope other suitors like the Prince will do when they come to woo her?
(a) Leave without a fight.
(b) Pay closer attention to the clues.
(c) Choose the right casket.
(d) Choose the worng casket.

3. What does Salarino think Antonio's sadness is about?
(a) Competiton in the market.
(b) His mother's sickness.
(c) Love.
(d) Worry over his ships.

4. What does the money lender want if the loan that Bassanio needs cannot be repaid?
(a) A pound of flesh.
(b) A portion of Antonio's company.
(c) A promise that Antonio will never touch his daughter.
(d) A signed deed of Antnio's land.

5. What religion does Shylock's daughter follow?
(a) Jewish.
(b) Puritan.
(c) Christian.
(d) Muslim.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lorenzo apologize for when he arrives at the masquerade?

2. Who is meant to pick a husband for Portia?

3. What religion does Shylock follow?

4. Why is Jessica afraid to do what is asked of her at the masquerade?

5. What did Jessica do with her mother's ring?

(see the answer key)

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