The Merchant of Venice Quiz

What does Antonio ask the court to do?

• To forgive Shylock

• To give the judgment

• To dismiss the case

• To delay the trial

What does Portia tell Antonio to prepare for?

• His funeral

• His bosom for Shylock’s knife

• A written apology

• A last meal

How does Shylock praise Portia after she tells Antonio to bare his bosom?

• “O merciful lady!”

• “O noble judge! O excellent young man!”

• “O wise merchant!”

• “O gracious Antonio!”

According to Portia, what is the purpose of the law in this case?

• To forgive Antonio

• To punish Shylock

• To uphold the penalty of the bond

• To protect Bassanio

What part of Antonio’s body does Shylock insist the bond requires?

• His arm

• His head

• His breast, nearest his heart

• His leg

What object does Portia ask for in order to weigh the flesh?

• A sword

• A balance (scales)

• A knife

• A bag

Who says they already have the scales ready?

• Bassanio

• Gratiano

• Shylock

• Antonio

What does Portia suggest Shylock should have on hand to stop Antonio from bleeding to death?

• A priest

• A surgeon

• A lawyer

• A friend

Does the bond mention a surgeon?

• Yes, it requires one

• No, it does not

• Only if Antonio asks

• Only if Bassanio pays

What reason does Portia give for Shylock to allow a surgeon?

• For justice

• For charity

• For law

• For friendship