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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. Who does Bassiano take out a loan from?
(a) Gratiano.
(b) Shylock.
(c) Lorenzo.
(d) Santino.

2. What is Launcelot's occupation?
(a) Clown.
(b) Servant.
(c) Merchant.
(d) Sailor.

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

4. What did Jessica do with her mother's ring?
(a) Gave it to Antonio.
(b) Left it with her note to her father.
(c) Stole it for her own wedding ring.
(d) Sold it for money.

5. What color is the Moroccan prince wearing when he first appears on stage?
(a) Red.
(b) Purple.
(c) Blue.
(d) White.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who does Shylock say has never had sympathy for him?

3. How is Jessica dressed when she arrives at the masquerade?

4. What does Shylock's daughter hate herself for?

5. Where will Shylock be when his daughter attends the masquerade?

(see the answer key)

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