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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 Shylock petition for help when he sees that his daughter is gone?
(a) The governor.
(b) The prince.
(c) The duke.
(d) The king.

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

3. Why is Bassiano so nervous about Antonio signing the loan agreement?
(a) He feels guilty.
(b) The cost is too high.
(c) He fears for Antonio's reputation.
(d) The villain is being nice.

4. Who does Portia leave in charge of her house when she leaves?
(a) Lorenzo and Jessica.
(b) A suitor who arrived too late.
(c) Her servants.
(d) Nerissa.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Bassiano take out a loan from?

2. Why would Shylock not approve of his daughter's choice in husband?

3. What does Gratiano say most lovers really love?

4. What does Shylock accuse Solanio and Salarino of?

5. How does the guest at Belmont react when he sees what is in the casket he has chosen?

(see the answer key)

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