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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) All his ships are currently sailing.
(b) Antonio is not even using the money for himself.
(c) Antonio is already deep in debt.
(d) Antonio is known for defaulting on loans.

2. Where is the person coming from whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?
(a) Brittain.
(b) Morocco.
(c) Venice.
(d) France.

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

4. What has lowered the interest rates on loans in Venice?
(a) Generous lending.
(b) Unexpected poverty.
(c) War.
(d) Late payments.

5. What does Bassanio need to borrow from Antonio at the beginning of the book?
(a) A ship.
(b) Lodging.
(c) Clothing.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why is Antonio not worried about his wealth at the beginning of the play?

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

4. What does Gratiano tell Antonio not to become at the end of the book?

5. What is Antony concerned about at the beginning of the play?

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