The merchant of venice

What reason does Antonio give for being sad in the opening scene of the play?

• he stands to lose a fortune in his present business ventures.

• he gives no reason.

• he owes a fantastic sum of money to Shylock.

• the woman he loves does not return his feelings.

From what character flaw does Bassanio believe Gratanio suffers?

• lack of depth

• stinginess

• vanity

• mean-spiritedness

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

The caskets that Portia's suitors must pick from are made of what materials?

• gold, silver and lead

• bone, porcelain and clay

• stone, gold and brick

• teak, mahagony and gold

Which of the following is not a reason Shylock gives for hating Antonio?

• Antonio is in love with Shylock's daughter. Jessica.

• Antonio has insulted Shylock in the past.

• Antonio lends money without interest, which damages Shylock's business.

• Antonio hates Jews.

How does Shylock initially describe his demand for a pound of flesh to Bassanio and Antonio?

• As his way of being charitable.

• as a harmless prank.

• as a way of procuring food

• as an opportunity for revenge.

Whom does Bassanio agree to bring with him to Belmont?

• old Gobbo

• Gratiano

• Antonio

• Jessica

In court, how does Antonio react to Shylock’s insistence on collecting his pound of flesh?

• He makes an impassioned plea to the court to intervene on his behalf.

• He weeps openly.

• He vows that he will meet Shylock’s hatred with patience.

• He curses Shylock’s vengefulness.

Where does Portia instruct her servant Balthasar to hurry?

• To an apothecary

• To Padua to visit Doctor Bellario

• To Morocco

• To Shylock’s house