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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Shylock's daughter ask to deliver the letter she writes just before Bassanio leaves Venice?
(a) Launcelot.
(b) Bassanio.
(c) Gobbo.
(d) Lorenzo.

2. What color is the Moroccan prince wearing when he first appears on stage?
(a) Purple.
(b) Red.
(c) Blue.
(d) White.

3. Why does the money lender refuse to complete the loan process in the way Bassanio suggests?
(a) He puts no credence into a handshake.
(b) He refuses to sign anything until he sees proof of the guarantee.
(c) There will be pork at the table.
(d) He hates Antonio.

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

5. What is Launcelot's occupation?
(a) Clown.
(b) Sailor.
(c) Servant.
(d) Merchant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the consequence of a suitor choosing the wrong chest?

2. What will the correct suitor find inside the correct item in order to win Portia's hand in marriage?

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

4. Why is guaranteeing this loan so dangerous to Antonio?

5. What is Shylock's daughter most ashamed of?

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