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

2. What does the Moroccan prince beg Portia not to judge him by?
(a) His riches.
(b) His speech.
(c) His dark skin.
(d) His reputation.

3. What will the correct suitor find inside the correct item in order to win Portia's hand in marriage?
(a) Portia's picture.
(b) The key to the master bedroom.
(c) Wedding rings.
(d) A marriage certificate.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Shylock hate Antonio?

2. Who does Bassanio hire into his service before he leaves Venice?

3. Why does Portia say it does not matter how she judges him?

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

5. What does Launcelot want to do when he first appears on stage?

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