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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. Why does Bassanio need to borrow something from Antonio at the beginning of the book?
(a) To hide his identity.
(b) To woo a woman.
(c) To save some time.
(d) To reach his home.

2. What physical ailment does Launcelot's father have?
(a) Blindness.
(b) Lameness.
(c) Deafness.
(d) Baldness.

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

4. What does Launcelot tease his father about when he sees him on the street?
(a) His mismatched clothing.
(b) His lack of money or occupation.
(c) His bad jokes.
(d) Not recognizing his own son.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jessica plan to do while her father is dining on the night of the masquerade?

2. How does Launcelot tell Jessica about who is coming to her house the night of the masquerade?

3. What does Lorenzo say he will be doing on the night of the masquerade?

4. What does Shylock accuse Solanio and Salarino of?

5. Why does Gratiano not attend the masquerade?

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