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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. Where does the Moroccan prince first touch land?
(a) Venice.
(b) Sparta.
(c) Rome.
(d) Belmont.

2. Why is Antonio not worried about his wealth at the beginning of the play?
(a) All of his wares are insured.
(b) He cares not for money.
(c) His wares are on more than one ship.
(d) He has more than enough money.

3. How is Bassanio related to Antonio?
(a) Bassanio is his best friend.
(b) Bassanio is his cousin.
(c) Bassanio is his uncle.
(d) Bassanio is his brother.

4. Who of the following is not a merchant in Venice?
(a) Salarino.
(b) Bassanio.
(c) Antonio.
(d) Solanio.

5. What does Gratiano tell Antonio not to become at the end of the book?
(a) Curmudgeonly.
(b) Castronophic.
(c) Choreophonic.
(d) Cordiograll.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How many items do Portia's suitors have to choose from to win her hand in marriage?

3. How many servants are attending the Moroccan prince?

4. Where is Bassanio heading to after speaking with Gratiano?

5. What does Antonio compare life on this earth to?

(see the answer key)

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