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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. Which of these is NOT a fault Portia saw in some of her past suitors?
(a) Ignorance.
(b) No humor.
(c) Insensitivity.
(d) Ego.

2. What religion does Shylock follow?
(a) Catholic.
(b) Christian.
(c) Jewish.
(d) Puritan.

3. How many items do Portia's suitors have to choose from to win her hand in marriage?
(a) 5.
(b) 3.
(c) 4.
(d) 6.

4. What did one of Portia's suitors have too much fondness for?
(a) Her lady in waiting.
(b) His looks.
(c) His horse.
(d) His money.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Bassanio need to borrow something from Antonio at the beginning of the book?

2. What was one of Portia's suitors addicted to?

3. What religion does Antonio follow?

4. Whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?

5. How is Bassanio related to Antonio?

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