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

2. What is Launcelot's father's name?
(a) Gilroy.
(b) Gildo.
(c) Goddo.
(d) Gobbo.

3. What does Shylock say will happen to Jessica due to her betrayal?
(a) She will be dishonored by the synogogue.
(b) She will be sent to hell.
(c) She is disowned.
(d) She will be stripped of her title and her inheritance.

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

5. How does the second suitor to Portia treat her while Bassanio is sailing there?
(a) He is ignorant and slow.
(b) He is kind and thoughtful.
(c) He is timid and careful.
(d) He is insulting and arrogant.

Short Answer Questions

1. What religion does Shylock's daughter want to follow?

2. Why does Jessica return to her house before the masquerade?

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

4. Who does Lorenzo love?

5. What does Portia hope other suitors like the Prince will do when they come to woo her?

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