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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. Who is late to the masquerade?
(a) Lorenzo.
(b) Shylock.
(c) Bassanio.
(d) Gratiano.

2. What does Lorenzo say he is saving the woman he loves from?
(a) Her boredom.
(b) Her father.
(c) Her poverty.
(d) Her Jewish heritage.

3. What is found inside the casket chosen by the second suitor to Portia while Bassanio is sailing there?
(a) A skull and a poem.
(b) A picture of Portia.
(c) A picture of a fool and a poem.
(d) A sack of jewels.

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

5. Who does Lorenzo give his letter to after reading it?
(a) Gratiano.
(b) Bassanio.
(c) Launcelot.
(d) Gobbo.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What is Jessica afraid to do for Lorenzo at the masquerade?

4. What physical ailment does Launcelot's father have?

5. What does Gratiano say most lovers really love?

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