Merchant of Venice, Acts 3-5

Shylock says, "I am a Jew.  Hath not a Jew eyes?"  What theme is explored in his speech?

• People are tolerant of other religions and belief systems.

• Jews are superior to Christians.

• Prejudice denies the humanity of others.

• Revenge is completely unacceptable.

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Why does the Duke refuse to help Antonio out?

• He wants to see Antonio punished.
• He sympathizes with Shylock.
• He doesn't want to hurt the Venetian economy by discouraging business.
• He wants to marry Portia.

After Bassanio leaves to save Antonio, where does Portia claim she is going?

• To Venice to save Antonio
• To a convent to pray
• To the notary to read the details of the loan
• To Padua to get clothes from her cousin

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Act 3, Scene 5 starts out with a discussion between Lancelot and Jessica.  What does Lancelot accuse her of?

• Raising the price of pork
• Only wanting Lorenzo's money
• Being wasteful with money
• Being insincere in her love for Lorenzo

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Why is Shylock so upset when Jessica runs away?

• Because his daughter ran away
• Jessica sold his wife's ring to buy a monkey
• Jessica stole money from him
• All of the above

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What is the name of the place where Venetians do their trading?

• Riviera
• Rialto
• Riverdance
• Rhinestone

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What "torture device" do Bassanio and Portia joke about when discussing their relationship?

• The rack
• The crusader
• The bond
• The bear

When Gratiano reveals his plans to marry Nerissa, what do the new couple joke that they are going to bet on?

• Who will have a son first
• Who will lose their ring first
• Who will get divorced first
• Who will kiss first

What does Antonio request of Bassanio in his letter?

• to see Bassanio be married

• to be visited by Bassanio before he dies

• to see Shylock suffer

• to get his money back

What emotion best describes Antonio's feelings when he realises that Shylock isn't going to back down?

• resigned
• angry
• energized
• vengeful

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