The Merchant of Venice Quiz

How did Portia react to the outcome of the Prince of Morocco’s choice of casket?

• She was overjoyed.

• She was indifferent.

• She was disappointed.

• She was angry.

What did Portia say for us to consider her to be racist?

• She praised the Prince of Morocco.

• She expressed relief that he did not choose the right casket.

• She wished for another suitor.

• She remained silent.

Name a characteristic of Launcelot Gobbo.

• Brave

• Honest

• Comical

• Serious

What are Salerio and Solanio discussing?

• The weather

• Jessica's elopement

• A business deal

• A party

Who is Jessica and why has she eloped?

• She is Shylock's daughter and she eloped to escape her father's control.

• She is Antonio's sister and she eloped to marry Bassanio.

• She is Portia's friend and she eloped to travel the world.

• She is Nerissa's cousin and she eloped to join a convent.

What is the atmosphere that has been created in this scene?

• Joyful and celebratory

• Tense and anxious

• Calm and peaceful

• Boring and monotonous

How does Solanio present Shylock’s reaction to the elopement?

• Indifferent and uncaring

• Happy and relieved

• Angry and vengeful

• Confused and puzzled

What are Salerio and Solanio discussing and why do they stop talking?

• They are discussing the weather and stop because it starts raining.

• They are discussing Shylock and stop because they see him approaching.

• They are discussing a business deal and stop because they reach an agreement.

• They are discussing a party and stop because they get interrupted by music.

What three things is Shylock concerned about? In your opinion, which is the most important to him?

• His daughter, his money, and his reputation.

• His health, his business, and his friends.

• His house, his job, and his social status.

• His family, his wealth, and his honor.

What is the atmosphere that has been created in this scene?

• Joyful and celebratory.

• Tense and suspenseful.

• Calm and peaceful.

• Confused and chaotic.