The Merchant of Venice Acts 1-2

Antonio is a Christian. Shylock is a _____________

• Christian

• Protestant

• Buddist

• Jew

Why does Bassanio want money from Antonio?

• He has to repay his debts.

• He wants to woo a wealthy heiress.

• He needs to leave Venice immediately.

• He must pay his bond.

Why is Portia not free to choose her husband?

• A match has been arranged since birth.

• She has disgraced her father.

• Her father's will requires a test for suitors.

• She chooses to live a chaste life.

How much money does Bassanio want to borrow from Shylock?

• 3000 ducats

• 5000 ducats

• 10000 ducats

What is the bond Shylock will collect if Antonio cannot repay the debt in three months?

• all of his ships

• his home

• the life of Bassanio

• a pound of his flesh

What is Antonio waiting on that will bring him back his fortunes?

• His wife

• His ships

• His lawyer

• His son

If a suitor selects the wrong casket in the challenge, what condition is imposed?

• A pound of flesh

• The must donate their wealth to charity

• They must immediately beg for forgiveness

• They must promise to never marry another

What does Jessica take with her when she runs away from her father's (Shylock) house?

• His gaberdine

• HIs gold and jewels

• His keys

• Her mother's locket

What will a suitor find in the casket if he has chosen correctly?

• An engagement ring

• Portia's picture

• 3000 ducats

• Nothing at all

Which of the suitors is Portia excited to have come to try and solve the casket riddle?

• Bassanio

• Prince of Arragon

• Prince of Morocco

• Lorenzo