Merchant of Venice-Act 3_Scene 3

Where does Act 3 Scene 3 takes place?

• Act 3 Scene 3 takes place in the synagogue.

• Act 3 Scene 3 takes place in Portia's house.

• Act 3 Scene 3 takes place in Belmont.

• Act 3 Scene 3 takes place in a gaol, in Venice.

Who said to whom the following line, ‘….......the most heartless beast That ever lived with men.’?

• Solanio to Bassanio

• Bassanio to Antonio

• Solanio to Antonio

• Antonio to Bassanio

What is the last wish of Antonio before he dies?

• Antonio’s last wish is to marry Jessica.

• Antonio’s last wish is to repay Shylock.

• Antonio’s last wish is to take revenge on Shylock.

• Antonio’s last wish is to see his dear friend, Bassanio.

In Act 3 Scene 3, how does Shylock respond to Antonio?

• He acts with compassion.

• He gives Antonio an opportunity to state his case.

• He refuses to let Antonio speak.

• He forgives Antonio for his deeds.

The synonym of the word relent is ____________.

• harsh attitude towards others

• changing one's attitude

• to pity others

• not to resist wrongdoings

What is meant by 'fruitless prayers'?

• without bearing fruits

• praying to achieve a fruitful result

• useless pleading for mercy

• pleading for mercy

My grief and losses have so reduced me' means that________________________ .

• gaining body weight due to grief and loss

• that Shylock is on the hunt for Antonio

• that Antonio’s ships have all been destroyed

• losses one's body weight due to worries and loss in life

Why does Antonio say the Duke of Venice cannot help him?

• The Duke hates Antonio and wanted to take revenge.

• Shylock has bribed the Duke

• The Duke is a friend of Shylock.

• The Duke is duty-bound to follow the strict rules of Venice.