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Grade 9 Plays
How does Portia react to the news that the prince of Morocco is arriving?
  1. She eagerly anticipates his arrival.
  2. She feels indifferent about his visit.
  3. She is unhappy about the news.
  4. She expresses excitement about meeting him.
Grade 9 Plays
Who is remembered fondly by both Portia and Nerissa?
  1. The Neapolitan prince.
  2. Bassanio.
  3. The prince of Morocco.
  4. The English suitor.
Grade 9 Plays
What happens at the end of this scene?
  1. The prince of Morocco chooses a chest.
  2. The prince of Morocco is led off to dinner by Portia.
  3. Portia declares her preference for another suitor.
  4. The prince of Morocco decides to leave Belmont.
Grade 9 Plays
How does Portia feel about the suitors leaving without guessing?
  1. Indifferent.
  2. Relieved.
  3. Angry.
  4. Sorrowful.
Grade 9 Plays
What is the prince of Morocco's reaction to the stipulation regarding the penalty for guessing incorrectly?
  1. He hesitates but ultimately refuses to proceed.
  2. He accepts the penalty willingly.
  3. He tries to negotiate the terms.
  4. He mocks the stipulation as unnecessary.
Grade 9 Plays
Why do Portia's suitors leave without making an attempt at the chests?
  1. They lack confidence in their abilities.
  2. They fear the penalty for guessing incorrectly.
  3. They are intimidated by Portia's wit.
  4. They are offended by Portia's criticisms.
Grade 9 Plays
What does Portia say about her preferences in a husband?
  1. She prefers European suitors.
  2. Her preferences are irrelevant due to her father's will.
  3. She likes brave and wealthy men.
  4. She dislikes boastful suitors.
Grade 9 Plays
What is Bassanio's goal in securing additional money?
  1. To impress Portia and compete with her wealthy suitors.
  2. To pay off his debt to Antonio.
  3. To start a new business venture.
  4. To repay Salarino and Solanio.
Grade 9 Plays
What is the English suitor’s main flaw, according to Portia?
  1. His arrogance.
  2. His ignorance of languages Portia speaks.
  3. His lack of humor.
  4. His extravagant lifestyle.
Grade 9 Plays
Why is Bassanio hesitant to ask Antonio for more money?
  1. He is afraid Antonio will refuse.
  2. He already owes Antonio a large sum from his past extravagance.
  3. He is uncertain about his love for Portia.
  4. He believes Antonio is broke.
Grade 9 Plays
What does the prince of Morocco ask Portia to do after his proclamation of bravery?
  1. Lead him to the caskets.
  2. Tell him about her father’s will.
  3. Offer him advice about choosing the chest.
  4. Allow him to leave Belmont.
Grade 9 Plays
Why does Portia dislike the Palatine count?
  1. He is too playful.
  2. He is too serious.
  3. He is poor.
  4. He is overly confident.
Grade 9 Plays
Why does Jessica give Launcelot the letter?
  1. To deliver it to her father.
  2. To deliver it to Bassanio.
  3. To deliver it to Lorenzo, her love.
  4. To request help from Gratiano.
Grade 9 Plays
What does Antonio offer Bassanio after Bassanio confesses his love for Portia?
  1. Immediate financial support.
  2. A ship to visit Belmont.
  3. His guarantee to secure a loan.
  4. Advice against pursuing Portia.
Grade 9 Plays
What fault does Portia assign to the Neapolitan prince?
  1. He is too fond of his horse.
  2. He is a heavy drinker.
  3. He is too serious.
  4. He cannot speak Italian.
Grade 9 Plays
How does the prince of Morocco describe himself during his conversation with Portia?
  1. As a brave and heroic man.
  2. As a skilled artist.
  3. As an experienced merchant.
  4. As a devout scholar.
Grade 9 Plays
What does Jessica’s decision to marry Lorenzo signify?
  1. Her loyalty to her father’s wishes.
  2. Her rejection of her father’s values and heritage.vv
  3. Her desire to remain in her father’s home.
  4. Her acceptance of Shylock’s religious beliefs.
Grade 9 Plays
How does Bassanio describe Gratiano's wise remarks?
  1. More plentiful than stars.
  2. As rare as two grains of wheat in two bushels of chaff.
  3. Sharper than a blade
  4. As soothing as music.
Grade 9 Plays
What penalty do Portia’s suitors face if they choose the wrong chest?
  1. They must leave Belmont immediately.
  2. They lose their inheritance.
  3. They swear never to marry anyone.
  4. They are banished from their home country.
Grade 9 Plays
What is the penalty for choosing the wrong chest?
  1. A suitor must give up his wealth.
  2. A suitor must leave Belmont immediately.
  3. A suitor must remain unmarried forever.
  4. A suitor must forfeit his lands and titles.
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