Act I -MOV Practice

What is not a reason that Antonio's friends give for being sad?

• Love

• Money

• Business Ventures

• No Food

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Where is Portia from?

• Florence

• Belmont

• Naples

• Rome

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the main reason Shylock and Antonio hate each other?

• Antonio stole Shylock's friends

• Antonio killed Shylock's wife

• Shylock stole money from Antonio

• They believe in different religions

What does Shylock suggest that Antonio give him if he cannot repay his loan?

• A ring

• His wife's hand in marriage

• A pound of his flesh

• His family heirloom

In what time period does The Merchant of Venice take place?

• 13th century

• 14th century

• 16th century

• 15th century

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Why does Bassanio need MORE money to make an impression on Portia?

• He's broke

• To pay back Salarino and Solanio

• He needs to compete with the other suitors

• He wants to buy a horse

Why is Portia angry in Act I?

• She is upset with Nerissa

• She does not get to choose her husband because it is in her father's will

• She is broke

• She is in love with Monsieur le Bon

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

How much money is Shylock lending to Bassanio?

• $100

• $1,700

• $2,500

• $3,000

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CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

How long is the term of the loan?

• 2 weeks

• 3 weeks

• 3 months

• 8 months

Why is Shylock worried that Antonio won't be able to pay back the loan?

• Antonio's money is all tied up in his ships

• Portia won't choose Bassanio

• Antonio is broke

• Shylock is broke