Merchant of Venice ACT 1 Review

What does Bassanio request from Antonio in Act 1 Scene 1 of Merchant of Venice?

• loan

• gift

• favor

• advice

Describe the bond between Antonio and Bassanio in Act 1 Scene 1 of Merchant of Venice.

• strong friendship

• business partnership

• rivalry

• romantic relationship

How does Bassanio approach Antonio for a loan in Act 1 Scene 1 of Merchant of Venice?

• Bassanio promises to repay the loan with interest to Antonio.

• Bassanio asks Antonio to lend him money without mentioning the reason.

• Bassanio explains his financial situation and the reason for needing the loan to Antonio.

• Bassanio demands a loan from Antonio without any explanation.

Explain the significance of Antonio's bond with Bassanio in Act 1 Scene 1 of Merchant of Venice.

• Their bond is based on a shared interest in gambling and risky ventures.

• Their bond is purely business-related and has no emotional connection.

• Their bond demonstrates their deep friendship and loyalty towards each other.

• Their bond is a result of societal pressure and not genuine friendship.

What does Bassanio plan to do with the loan he requests from Antonio in Act 1 Scene 1 of Merchant of Venice?

• To pay off his debts

• To start a business

• To buy a new house

• To woo Portia

How does Antonio respond to Bassanio's request for a loan in Act 1 Scene 1 of Merchant of Venice?

• Antonio agrees to lend Bassanio the money.

• Antonio asks Bassanio to find another lender.

• Antonio offers to lend Bassanio a smaller amount of money.

• Antonio refuses to lend Bassanio the money.

What are some of the reasons that Antonio's friends give him for being sad?

• Love

• Business Ventures

• Money

• No Food

Antonio is more than willing to lend the money directly to his friend Bassanio, who he loves dearly, but is unable to because all of Antonio's money is currently...

• invested in farm land.

• invested in ships at sea.

• invested in his home.

• is invested in the Christian church.

How much money does Bassanio ask to borrow from Shylock?

• 6,000 ducats

• 3,000 ducats

• 2,000 ducats

• 1,000 ducats

How much Flesh does Shylock ask in return if the loan is not paid?

• 2 pounds

• 4 pounds

• 1 pound

• 10 pounds