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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. Why would Shylock not approve of his daughter's choice in husband?
(a) He is not wealthy.
(b) He is too young.
(c) He is known to be disloyal.
(d) He is not Jewish.

2. What does the money lender want if the loan that Bassanio needs cannot be repaid?
(a) A signed deed of Antnio's land.
(b) A promise that Antonio will never touch his daughter.
(c) A pound of flesh.
(d) A portion of Antonio's company.

3. What has lowered the interest rates on loans in Venice?
(a) War.
(b) Unexpected poverty.
(c) Late payments.
(d) Generous lending.

4. How many servants are attending the Moroccan prince?
(a) 4.
(b) 16.
(c) 12.
(d) 8.

5. Where does the Moroccan prince first touch land?
(a) Belmont.
(b) Sparta.
(c) Rome.
(d) Venice.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Launcelot's master?

3. What do Portia's suitors have to choose from in order to win her hand in marriage?

4. What does Shylock's daughter hate herself for?

5. Who is the first person to attempt choosing one of the chests?

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