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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What will Jessica do for Lorenzo the night of the masquerade?
(a) Be his partner for the night.
(b) Be his torchbearer.
(c) Marry him.
(d) Steal money from her father.

2. What convinces Lorenzo to change his plans on the night of the masquerade?
(a) The discussion with his friends.
(b) A letter from Jessica.
(c) An announcement from Bassanio.
(d) News from Launcelot.

3. What does Bassano demand of the man who begs to go on the journey with Bassanio?
(a) Half the cost of using the ship.
(b) His best behavior.
(c) His cooking skills.
(d) A contract.

4. Why does Launcelot think his master is a devil?
(a) He seems muddled in the head.
(b) He lies openly.
(c) He is cruel.
(d) He is Jewish.

5. Why does Gratiano say Jessica is not a true Jew?
(a) She is too nice.
(b) She eats pork.
(c) She is generous with her money.
(d) She is in love with a Christian.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who begs to travel with Bassanio on his journey before he leaves Venice?

2. Where is the second guest at Belmont from while Bassanio is sailing there?

3. How is Jessica dressed when she arrives at the masquerade?

4. What does Bassanio ask the man he is getting the loan from to do in order to complete the loan process?

5. What is Jessica so annoyed about when she arrives at the masquerade?

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