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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Launcelot want to work for?
(a) Bassanio.
(b) Shylock.
(c) Portia.
(d) Antonio.

2. Who is meant to pick a husband for Portia?
(a) Her father.
(b) Her uncle.
(c) Her godfather.
(d) Herself.

3. What color is the Moroccan prince wearing when he first appears on stage?
(a) Red.
(b) White.
(c) Blue.
(d) Purple.

4. What does the Moroccan want Portia to judge him by?
(a) His actions.
(b) His love.
(c) His kind heart.
(d) His beauty.

5. Why does Launcelot think his master is a devil?
(a) He is Jewish.
(b) He is cruel.
(c) He lies openly.
(d) He seems muddled in the head.

Short Answer Questions

1. What physical ailment does Launcelot's father have?

2. What is Launcelot's father's name?

3. What does Portia really not like about the Moroccan Prince?

4. What does Launcelot tease his father about when he sees him on the street?

5. What did one of Portia's suitors have too much fondness for?

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