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WorksheetsMerchant of Venice Quiz
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Who is the main character in 'The Merchant of Venice'?
Bassanio
Portia
Shylock
Antonio
What is the unusual condition of the loan agreement between Antonio and Shylock?
Antonio must marry Shylock's daughter
Antonio must convert to Judaism
Antonio must give a pound of his flesh
Antonio must pay double the amount if late
Why does Bassanio need to borrow money from Antonio?
To pay off his debts
To start a business
To travel to Venice
To court and marry Portia
What test must suitors pass to marry Portia?
Pass a written exam
Win a duel
Choose the correct casket
Solve a riddle
What happens to Antonio's ships?
They are stolen
They are wrecked
They arrive safely
They are sold
Who saves Antonio in court?
Portia dressed as a man
The Duke of Venice
Shylock's daughter
Bassanio
What is Shylock's profession?
Lawyer
Sailor
Moneylender
Merchant
What is the outcome for Shylock at the end of the trial?
He is imprisoned
He wins the case
He is forced to convert to Christianity
He receives a monetary compensation
Who is Jessica in the play?
Antonio's sister
Shylock's daughter
Portia's maid
Bassanio's cousin
What does Portia disguise herself as in court?
A merchant
A judge
A doctor of law
A sailor
What does Bassanio choose to win Portia's hand in marriage?
The lead casket
The silver casket
The gold casket
The bronze casket
Who is Lorenzo in the play?
Portia's suitor
Jessica's lover
Bassanio's rival
Antonio's brother
What is the main theme of 'The Merchant of Venice'?
Love and friendship
Revenge and justice
Wealth and poverty
War and peace
What does Shylock demand as repayment for the loan?
A pound of gold
A pound of silver
A pound of Antonio's hair
A pound of Antonio's flesh
Who accompanies Bassanio to Belmont?
Graziano
Antonio
Shylock
Lorenzo
