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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. Why does Solanio say the duke will not uphold the law?
(a) It is too cruel.
(b) He does business with Antonio.
(c) He is a fair ruler.
(d) He hates Jews.

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

3. Why has no suitor yet tried to choose one of the chests?
(a) They only wanted a free trip, not a real bride.
(b) They realize that Portia is not as rich as they thought.
(c) Portia's dowry is insufficient.
(d) They will not be allowed to ever marry if they choose incorrectly.

4. Who of the following is NOT present to discuss the masquerade?
(a) Salarino.
(b) Solanio.
(c) Gratiano.
(d) Bassanio.

5. What does Jessica hope her father will lose on the night of the masquerade?
(a) A business deal.
(b) Some money.
(c) A friend.
(d) A daughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Shylock's daughter write a letter to before Bassanio leaves Venice?

2. What new reason does Shylock have to hate Bassanio on the night of the masquerade?

3. How much money did Jessica spend in one night?

4. What does Lorenzo apologize for when he arrives at the masquerade?

5. What did Portia's father want to determine through his test of chests?

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