Shylock and Jessica Quiz

Why were Salerio and Solanio worried at the beginning of the chapter?

• They believed Shylock was following them

• They hadn’t seen Lorenzo after Bassanio's dinner was cancelled

• They thought Jessica had returned

• They were worried about Bassanio’s journey

What did Shylock shout about in the streets after Jessica escaped?

• That Jessica had joined a convent

• That he wanted to forgive her

• That she had stolen his daughter

• That his daughter and his ducats were gone

What news did Salerio hear from the Frenchman?

• That Antonio was marrying Portia

• That a ship with a valuable cargo had sunk

• That Lorenzo was found

• That Bassanio was returning soon

Why did the Prince of Aragon reject the lead casket?

• He thought it looked too plain and required too much risk

• He couldn't open it

• It was already chosen

• Portia told him to avoid it

What message did the Prince of Aragon find in the silver casket?

• That he had won Portia’s hand

• That fools love shadows and finery

• That he should return later

• That he should try again tomorrow

How did Shylock react to Jessica’s escape and spending?

• He forgave her

• He accepted it calmly

• He was furious and wished she were dead

• He decided to never speak of her again

What did Jessica exchange Shylock’s ring for?

• A dress

• A necklace

• A horse

• A monkey

What did Shylock say his revenge would “feed,” even if nothing else?

• His wallet

• His soul

• His reputation

• His revenge

Why did Shylock say he had the right to seek revenge?

• Because Christians taught him by example

• Because the Duke ordered it

• Because Tubal insisted

• Because Jessica told him to

What was Shylock’s final command to Tubal in this chapter?

• To search for Jessica again

• To destroy Antonio’s ship

• To pay a police officer to arrest Antonio

• To lend money to Portia