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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Bassanio hire into his service before he leaves Venice?
(a) Gratiano.
(b) Goddo.
(c) Launcelot.
(d) Shylock.

2. What is Launcelot's occupation?
(a) Sailor.
(b) Merchant.
(c) Clown.
(d) Servant.

3. Who of the following is NOT present to discuss the masquerade?
(a) Solanio.
(b) Gratiano.
(c) Salarino.
(d) Bassanio.

4. What is the name of Shylock's daughter?
(a) Jaslene.
(b) Jennifer.
(c) Josilyn.
(d) Jessica.

5. What does Lorenzo say he will be doing on the night of the masquerade?
(a) He has decided to sail with Bassanio.
(b) He will be running away with Jessica.
(c) He hates dances.
(d) He feels that he is falling ill.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the Moroccan want Portia to judge him by?

2. Where is the person coming from whose arrival is announced at the end of the second scene?

3. What does Bassanio ask the man he is getting the loan from to do in order to complete the loan process?

4. How does Shylock's daughter know Launcelot?

5. Who does Lorenzo love?

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