Merchant of Venice Review

This character is Jewish

• Shylock

• Portia

• Antonio

• Bassanio

In order to marry her, which casket must Portia's suitors choose?

• Gold

• Lead

• Stone

• Silver

What does Bassanio promise Portia he will never give away?

• His gloves

• His pendant

• A pouch of silver coins

• Her ring

Why does Shylock need to be repaid by Antonio?

• Jessica gives his fortune to the church

• Jessica steals his fortune to elope

• The boat his fortunes are on is lost at sea

• The fortunes are lost in a bet

What does Balthazar ask for as payment?

• A pound of flesh

• The ring Shylock's wife gave him

• The ring Portia gave Bassanio

• A chest of jewels

Why does Antonio borrow money from Shylock?

• He's borrowing for Bassanio

• He lost a bet

• He needs to pay for his wedding

• He needs to buy a new ship

Which of the following is NOT a reason Shylock gives for hating Antonio?

• Antonio is in love with his daughter, Jessica.

• Antonio lends money without interest, which damages Shylock’s business.

• Antonio has insulted Shylock in the past.

• Antonio hates Jews.

Who goes with Bassanio to court Portia?

• Antonio

• Gratiano

• Nerissa

• Jessica

How does Jessica escape Shylock's control?

• She fakes her death

• She escapes when he's not home

• She disguises herself as Lorenzo's servant

• She looses him in a crowded place

What solution does Portia/Balthazar propose instead of Antonio losing a pound of flesh?

• Forcing Jessica to return Shylock's fortunes

• Help Antonio escape the city without paying

• Convince Shylock to extend the deadline

• Pay triple the original amount