In Act 1, what grievance does Shylock express about Antonio?

The Merchant of Venice: Acts 1–4 Quiz

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A. Antonio has insulted his religion and undercut his business.
B. Antonio tried to steal Shylock’s daughter.
C. Antonio spread rumours about Shylock’s wealth.
D. Antonio had Shylock arrested.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What condition does Shylock insist on when lending money to Antonio in Act 1?
A. A guarantee from Bassanio.
B. A pound of Antonio’s flesh as collateral.
C. A signature from the Duke.
D. A handshake in front of witnesses.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is Shylock portrayed in his famous 'Hath not a Jew eyes?' speech in Act 3, Scene 1?
As manipulative and threatening.
As sympathetic, appealing to shared humanity.
As comic relief in a tense scene.
As disinterested in revenge.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What major event deepens Shylock’s anger towards Christians in Act 3?
His house is destroyed by fire.
He is fined by the Duke.
His daughter Jessica elopes with Lorenzo and steals his money.
Antonio publicly humiliates him again.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In Act 4, how does Shylock justify demanding the pound of flesh?
A. He says it is a joke that Antonio should not take seriously.
B. He argues it is his legal right based on their contract.
C. He wants to be seen as merciful in court.
D. He believes it will win him favour with the Duke.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the court’s reaction to Shylock’s insistence on the bond in Act 4?
They praise his loyalty to law.
They sympathise with his suffering.
They turn against him and strip him of wealth and faith.
They agree and punish Antonio instead.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Shylock’s daughter Jessica do that causes him great distress?
A. She betrays him in court.
D. She testifies against him to the Duke.
B. She converts to Christianity and marries Lorenzo.
C. She destroys his business records.
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does Shylock react when offered three times the original loan amount in Act 4?
D. He leaves the court in anger.
C. He asks for even more money.
B. He insists on the pound of flesh instead of money.
A. He accepts the money and forgives Antonio.
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