The Merchant of Venice: Key Themes and Events

In Act 5, Scene 1 of 'The Merchant of Venice', Jessica and Lorenzo discuss classical myths. Portia and Nerissa return home, and a conflict arises over lost rings. Portia reveals her disguise as a lawyer, resolving the issues. The scene ends with reflections on love and marriage, highlighting the contrast between different couples.

What do Jessica and Lorenzo compare themselves to during their moonlit walk?

• Doomed lovers from myths

• Famous explorers

• Historical figures

• Legendary heroes

Who informs Jessica and Lorenzo about Portia and Nerissa's return?

• A messenger

• Launcelot

• Bassanio

• Antonio

What news does Launcelot bring to Jessica and Lorenzo?

• A new law in Venice

• Bassanio and Gratiano's arrival

• A festival in town

• Portia's new estate

What does Portia instruct Nerissa to do upon their return?

• Organize a dance

• Tell the servants not to mention their absence

• Write a letter to Bassanio

• Prepare a feast

Who arrives with Bassanio and Gratiano?

• Jessica

• Shylock

• Antonio

• Launcelot

What is the cause of the argument between Nerissa and Gratiano?

• A lost letter

• A missing ring

• A broken promise

• A forgotten song

What does Portia promise not to do until Bassanio returns the ring?

• Dance with him

• Sleep with him

• Cook for him

• Speak to him

How does Portia claim to have obtained the ring?

• By buying it

• By stealing it

• By finding it

• By sleeping with the legal scholar

What surprising revelation does Portia make about her identity?

• She is related to Shylock

• She was the lawyer in the courtroom

• She is a famous singer

• She is a queen

What news does Antonio receive about his ships?

• They were destroyed

• They have returned to Venice

• They were stolen

• They are lost at sea