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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Shylock warn the jailer not to do?
(a) Forget who he is working for.
(b) Be sympathetic towards Antonio.
(c) Divulge information to Antonio.
(d) Be a witness for Antonio's case.

2. What does Portia hope other suitors like the Prince will do when they come to woo her?
(a) Pay closer attention to the clues.
(b) Choose the right casket.
(c) Leave without a fight.
(d) Choose the worng casket.

3. Why does Solanio say the duke will not uphold the law?
(a) He does business with Antonio.
(b) He hates Jews.
(c) It is too cruel.
(d) He is a fair ruler.

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

5. What does Launcelot want to do when he first appears on stage?
(a) Move out of Italy.
(b) Steal some money.
(c) Get married.
(d) Run away from his master.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does the guest at Belmont give for his choice of caskets?

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

3. What is inside the casket chosen by the guest at Belmont?

4. Who does Bassanio hire into his service before he leaves Venice?

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

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