Act 4 scene 1 (345-398) MOV

According to the laws of Venice, what happens if an alien attempts to take the life of a citizen?

• He is exiled from Venice.

• Half his wealth goes to the victim, half to the state, and his life depends on the Duke’s mercy.

• All his property is seized by the Duke.

• He is immediately sentenced to death without trial.

Who points out that Shylock has attempted “directly and indirectly” to take Antonio’s life?

• The Duke

• Gratiano

• Portia

• Antonio

What does Gratiano mockingly suggest Shylock should beg for?

• Freedom from punishment

• Permission to hang himself

• Mercy from Antonio

• Conversion to Christianity

Why does Gratiano say Shylock cannot afford to hang himself?

• Because he has already been pardoned.

• Because he has lost all his wealth to the state.

• Because Antonio will not allow it.

• Because ropes are too costly in Venice.

How does the Duke demonstrate the difference in his spirit from Shylock’s?

• He gives Shylock back all his wealth.

• He pardons Shylock’s life before he even asks for it.

• He forces Shylock to leave Venice.

• He allows Shylock to choose his own punishment.

What does Shylock mean when he says, “You take my life when you do take the means whereby I live”?

• Losing his property is equal to losing his life.

• He values his daughter more than his wealth.

• He wishes to die rather than be humiliated.

• His wealth is hidden in his house.

What two additional conditions does Antonio demand of Shylock?

• That he begs forgiveness and pays a fine.

• That he becomes a Christian and leaves Venice.

• That he converts to Christianity and wills his wealth to Lorenzo and Jessica.

• That he never lends money again and leaves half his wealth to Antonio’s heirs.

How does Shylock respond when asked if he is content with Antonio’s conditions?

• He refuses to accept them.

• He asks for more time to decide.

• He reluctantly says, “I am content.”

• He appeals again to the Duke for mercy.

Why does Shylock ask permission to leave the court before signing the deed of gift?

• He wants to flee Venice.

• He claims he is unwell and cannot stay longer.

• He plans to speak privately with Antonio.

• He wishes to hide his remaining wealth.

What does Gratiano mean when he says Shylock should have “ten more” godfathers?

• To honor his conversion with dignity.

• To provide him with guidance as a Christian.

• To act as judges who would sentence him to the gallows instead of the baptismal font.

• To show that Christians outnumber Jews in Venice.