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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did the Jews flee to Malta?
(a) The abundance of available free land.
(b) The presence of a Christian monastery.
(c) The persecution of the Spanish Inquisition.
(d) The opportunity for a wealthier lifestyle.

2. What happens to Jews who will not comply with the governor's order?
(a) They and their families' money and possessions will be taken.
(b) They and their families will be executed.
(c) They and their families will be deported.
(d) They and their families will be sold as slaves.

3. What does the governor confide to the vice-admiral?
(a) That the Spanish are unwelcome in Malta.
(b) That theTurks are threatening Malta.
(c) That Malta resents the Spanish.
(d) That Malta has a large army.

4. What does Abigail risk by following Barabas's instructions to retrieve the gold?
(a) Death.
(b) Slavery.
(c) Disappointment.
(d) Imprisonment.

5. What does Barabas ask for in prayer when he goes to retrieve his hidden gold?
(a) That God will kill those who stole his gold and house.
(b) That God will help Abigail to deliver the gold.
(c) That God will have the government return his home.
(d) That God will help the Turks to conquer the city.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the vice-admiral respond to the governor's confidence?

2. What order does the governor issue concerning the tribute?

3. What is Abigail worried will happen when she helps her father retrieve his gold?

4. What does Barabas's home become?

5. What does Barabas says he will do if he doesn't recover his money?

(see the answer key)

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