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

2. Who is a guest at Belmont while Bassanio is sailing for it?
(a) The Earl of Norway.
(b) The Prince of Morocco.
(c) A Scottish duke.
(d) An Egyptian heir.

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

4. Why does Launcelot think his master is a devil?
(a) He is Jewish.
(b) He seems muddled in the head.
(c) He lies openly.
(d) He is cruel.

5. How does the guest at Belmont react when he sees what is in the casket he has chosen?
(a) He bursts into tears.
(b) He laughs at the wit of Portia's father.
(c) He starts raving furiously.
(d) He leaves the scene quickly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Bassanio heading to after speaking with Gratiano?

2. Where will Shylock be dining on the night of the masquerade?

3. What religion does Shylock follow?

4. Why does Gratiano not attend the masquerade?

5. Where is the second guest at Belmont from while Bassanio is sailing there?

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