The Merchant of Venice (Act 2, scenes i-iv) - From LitCharts

How does the Prince of Morocco try to counter Portia's possible prejudice against him?

• He talks about his bravery and desirability

• He promises to change his appearance for her

• He emphasizes his noble background and title

• He offers her even more wealth and gifts

What does Portia imply when she says she will hold Morocco in the same esteem as her suitors?

• That she genuinely respects all of her suitors equally

• That she is trying to reassure Morocco of her marriageability

• That she disrespects him just as much as the others

• That she is trying to spare Morocco's feelings and avoid his interest

What does Morocco agree to do if he chooses the wrong casket?

• He agrees to leave Belmont immediately

• He agrees to never mention marriage to Portia again

• He agrees to give up his claim to his country's throne

• He agrees to become Portia's servant for life

Why does Launcelot consider leaving his position as Shylock's servant?

• He gives him bad directions and says his son has died

• He pretends to be a thief and steals his father's money

• He tells Gobbo that Shylock died and left him his money

• He convinces Gobbo that he has lost his sight

Why does Launcelot decide to leave Shylock and work for Bassanio?

• They bond over their shared frustration with Portia's father

• They bond over shared prejudices and anti-Semitism

• They bond over a mutual appreciation of Antonio and his kindness

• They bond over a mutual desire to sabotage Shylock

Why does Launcelot decide to leave Shylock and work for Bassanio?

• He thinks he'll make more money working for Bassanio

• He dislikes that Shylock practices usury

• He fears he will be corrupted by Shylock's influence

• He wants to travel the world with Bassanio

What does Gratiano promise Bassanio?

• He will be on his best behavior and show restraint

• He will entertain Portia with his wit and charm

• He will support Bassanio in every decision he makes

• He will impress Portia with his knowledge and skills

How does Jessica feel about Launcelot leaving?

• She is happy to see him go

• She doesn't know he's leaving

• She is sad and will miss him

• She hates him for betraying her father

What does Jessica vow to do if Lorenzo keeps his promises to her?

• She will empty her father's bank accounts

• She will convert to Christianity and marry him

• She will convert her father to Christianity

• She will refuse Bassanio's marriage proposal

What are Gratiano, Lorenzo, Salerio, and Solanio discussing on the street at the beginning of the scene?

• The recent trade deals in Venice

• Jessica's decision to convert to Christianity

• Lorenzo's plan to elope with Jessica that night

• How Bassanio should solve Portia's riddle