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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. 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 starts raving furiously.
(c) He leaves the scene quickly.
(d) He laughs at the wit of Portia's father.

2. How is Jessica dressed when she arrives at the masquerade?
(a) As a queen.
(b) As a page.
(c) As a servant.
(d) In a flowing gown and intricate mask.

3. What does the Moroccan prince beg Portia not to judge him by?
(a) His riches.
(b) His dark skin.
(c) His speech.
(d) His reputation.

4. How is Bassanio related to Antonio?
(a) Bassanio is his cousin.
(b) Bassanio is his brother.
(c) Bassanio is his best friend.
(d) Bassanio is his uncle.

5. Who does Bassanio hire into his service before he leaves Venice?
(a) Gratiano.
(b) Shylock.
(c) Launcelot.
(d) Goddo.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Portia offer to give to satisfy Antonio's debt to Shylock?

2. Who is late to the masquerade?

3. Why does Gratiano say Jessica is not a true Jew?

4. What religion does Antonio follow?

5. What does Shylock tell Launcelot he will not receive while working for his new master?

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