The Merchant of Venice

Is The Merchant of Venice based on true events? Is this true or false?

• True

• False

When was the play The Merchant of Venice published?

• 1598

• 1596

• 1600

• 1585

What is Shakespeare's date of birth?

• April 23rd

• Uncertain

• April 26

How many plays did William Shakespeare write?

In the early sixteenth century, Venice was the... largest city in Europe

Who said this? “ If I had the money to compete with them, I feel sure I could win her love”.

• Gratiano

• Salarino

• Solanio

• Bassanio

Shylock has hated Antonio for a long time. Is this true or false?

• True

• False

People in Venice are saying that Antonio is a ruined man, and Shylock is delighted to hear it. Is this true or false?

• True

• False

Who said this? “I am all yours, whatever fortune may decide!”

• Nerissa

• Jessica

• Portia

• Bassanio

Lorenzo is grateful to Portia for helping Antonio. Is this true or false?

• False

• True