WorksheetsThe Merchant of Venice Review
Total questions: 23
Worksheet time: 24mins
In sooth, I know not why I am so sad. (1)
What religion does Shylock follow?
Buddhism
Christianity
Judaism
Catholicism
What theme does the below quote portray?
"To you, Antonio, I owe the most in money and in love, And from your love I have a warranty To unburden all my plots and purposes How to get clear of all the debts I owe."
Love
Friendship
Wealth
Money
In one short paragraph describe Antonio as a character.
In a short paragraph describe Bassanio as a character
Explain why you think Shylock and Antonio doesn't have a good relationship with each other.
In order to marry her, which casket must Portia's suitors choose?
Gold
Lead
Stone
Silver
Which of the following is NOT a reason Shylock gives for hating Antonio?
Antonio is in love with his daughter, Jessica.
Antonio lends money without interest, which damages Shylock’s business.
Antonio has insulted Shylock in the past.
Antonio hates Jews.
How does Jessica escape Shylock's control?
She fakes her death
She escapes when he's not home
She disguises herself as Lorenzo's servant
She looses him in a crowded place
By today's standards, Antonio's treatment of Shylock is __________.
Rational
Anti-Semitic
Comical
Compassionate
Why wasn't Antonio able to pay back the money?
Because he hadn't earned it yet
Because he wasn't going to pay it back
Because his ships caught fire
When Jessica ran away what did she take with her?
Nothing
Food
Money stolen off Shylock
What does Bassanio beg the court to do for Antonio’s sake?
Kill Shylock
Bend the rules
Take Shylock's knife
Give Shylock money
How would you describe Portia through her interpretation of the bond, and Shylock's subsequent punishment?
(2 answers)
Clever: she has drawn Shylock into insisting on the bond and now he is trapped by its rigid wording.
Panicked and lacking careful thought: she panics when Shylock is about to kill Antonio, and shouts "Tarry, a little" in order to buy herself some time while she thinks of what to do next.
Considerate and loving: she is aware of how much Jessica means to Lorenzo, and as such is merciful when it comes to Shylock's punishment.
Relentless and ruthless: she insists that Shylock has the specific bond. He is offered the ducats by Bassanio, but she insists he have nothing but the bond.
Why is Antonio not worried about his wealth at the beginning of the play?
He cares not for money.
All of his wares are insured.
He has more than enough money.
His wares are on more than one ship.
What theme does the below quote portray?
"To you, Antonio, I owe the most in money and in love, And from your love I have a warranty To unburden all my plots and purposes How to get clear of all the debts I owe."
Friendship
Love
Unity
Jealousy
When the play begins, Antonio and Portia can best be described as:
corrupt
depressed
happy
ambiguous
Meanwhile, Shylock's daughter, Jessica, in love with one of Bassanio's and Antonio's friend, Lorenzo, decides
to run away, disguised as a man and taking some of Shylock's fortune.
to run away, disguised as a waitress, taking a tremendously big diamond.
to run away, disguised as a boy and taking some of Shylock's gold and jewels.
