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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where have some of Antonio's ships sunk?
(a) Off the coast of Africa.
(b) The straits of Gibraltar.
(c) In the Parisian harbor.
(d) The English Channel.

2. Why is guaranteeing this loan so dangerous to Antonio?
(a) Antonio is already deep in debt.
(b) Antonio is known for defaulting on loans.
(c) Antonio is not even using the money for himself.
(d) All his ships are currently sailing.

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

4. What does Jessica say about Portia when Lorenzo asks her what she thinks of Portia?
(a) She is intelligent.
(b) She is beautiful.
(c) She is proud.
(d) She is virtuous.

5. What reason does the guest at Belmont give for his choice of caskets?
(a) He wants joy more than money.
(b) He is willing to risk all to have Portia.
(c) He knows many men have wooed Portia.
(d) He feels he deserves Portia's hand in marriage.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Jessica do with her mother's ring?

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

3. What is the name of Shylock's daughter?

4. Where are the rules for Portia's suitors listed?

5. What does the Moroccan prince beg Portia not to judge him by?

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