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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many items do Portia's suitors have to choose from to win her hand in marriage?
(a) 5.
(b) 6.
(c) 4.
(d) 3.

2. Why does Gratiano say Jessica is not a true Jew?
(a) She is in love with a Christian.
(b) She is too nice.
(c) She eats pork.
(d) She is generous with her money.

3. Which of these is NOT a fault Portia saw in some of her past suitors?
(a) Ignorance.
(b) Ego.
(c) No humor.
(d) Insensitivity.

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

5. What does Lorenzo apologize for when he arrives at the masquerade?
(a) Offending Shylock.
(b) Being late.
(c) Getting lost.
(d) Bringing Jessica.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Portia tell Lorenzo she will do to help Bassanio in his quest?

2. Who does Portia leave in charge of her house when she leaves?

3. Whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?

4. What does Gratiano say most lovers really love?

5. What do Portia's suitors have to choose from in order to win her hand in marriage?

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