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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. Why has Shylock chosen to dine where he is on the night of the masquerade?
(a) To avoid the noise of the celebration.
(b) To spite Bassanio.
(c) To keep an eye on his competition.
(d) To take comfort with friends.

2. Whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?
(a) Portia's godfather.
(b) Portia's father.
(c) A merchant.
(d) Another suitor.

3. What does the inscription on the gold casket say it holds?
(a) What many men want.
(b) What he deserves.
(c) A risky investment.
(d) A joy beyond all measure.

4. How much money will Antonio earn when his investments come to fruition?
(a) Ten times the amount of the loan.
(b) Twice the amount of the loan.
(c) The exact amount of the loan.
(d) Three times the loan amount.

5. Who does Lorenzo love?
(a) Josilyn.
(b) Jessica.
(c) Beatrice.
(d) Portia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What religion does Shylock's daughter want to follow?

2. What does the inscription on the silver casket say it holds?

3. What does Launcelot want to do when he first appears on stage?

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

5. Where is Bassanio heading to after speaking with Gratiano?

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