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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 Portia plan to do with what she got from her husband while in Venice?
(a) Forgive him.
(b) Demand an explanation from him.
(c) Embarrass him.
(d) Divorce him.

2. What does Launcelot do that breaks up the discussion about the masquerade?
(a) Delivers a letter.
(b) Announces that Bassanio is leaving Venice earlier than expected.
(c) Brings news that the ball is cancelled.
(d) Tells jokes.

3. What does Shylock tell Launcelot he will not receive while working for his new master?
(a) Good treatment.
(b) Fair wages.
(c) Attention.
(d) Respect.

4. Who does Shylock say has never had sympathy for him?
(a) Lorenzo.
(b) Antonio.
(c) Any of the other merchants.
(d) Bassanio.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Launcelot think his master is a devil?

2. Which casket does the second suitor choose?

3. What does Bassanio need to borrow from Antonio at the beginning of the book?

4. What about the lead box intrigues Bassanio?

5. Who of the following is not a merchant in Venice?

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