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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the name of Portia's lady in waiting?
(a) Naomi.
(b) Natalia.
(c) Nelissa.
(d) Nerissa.

3. What is Antony concerned about at the beginning of the play?
(a) His mother.
(b) His melancholy.
(c) A loan he just took out.
(d) His merchandise.

4. What do Portia's suitors have to choose from in order to win her hand in marriage?
(a) Purses.
(b) Chests.
(c) Goblets.
(d) Crowns.

5. Why does Bassanio need to borrow something from Antonio at the beginning of the book?
(a) To woo a woman.
(b) To save some time.
(c) To hide his identity.
(d) To reach his home.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Solanio think Antonio's sadness is about?

2. Who of the following is not a merchant in Venice?

3. Why does Portia tell her lady in waiting she is tired of the world?

4. Where is the person coming from whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?

5. Who is meant to pick a husband for Portia?

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