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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Nerissa plan to get from her husband before returning home with Portia?
(a) The ring she gave him.
(b) The deed to Shylock's house.
(c) The pendant around his neck.
(d) A lock of hair.

2. What has lowered the interest rates on loans in Venice?
(a) War.
(b) Late payments.
(c) Generous lending.
(d) Unexpected poverty.

3. What is Shylock's daughter most ashamed of?
(a) Her religion.
(b) Her father.
(c) Her looks.
(d) Her low social rank.

4. Who is late to the masquerade?
(a) Gratiano.
(b) Lorenzo.
(c) Shylock.
(d) Bassanio.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Jessica say about Portia when Lorenzo asks her what she thinks of Portia?

2. What is Jessica holding when she arrives at the masquerade?

3. What does Launcelot do when he leaves the room after being scolded by Lorenzo at Portia's house?

4. What does Launcelot tease his father about when he sees him on the street?

5. Who does Shylock's daughter ask to deliver the letter she writes just before Bassanio leaves Venice?

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