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Grade 9 Plays
Which casket does the prince of Morocco choose?
  1. The gold casket
  2. The silver casket
  3. The leaden casket
  4. None of the caskets
Grade 9 Plays
How does Jessica describe her relationship with Shylock?
  1. As distant and irreparable.
  2. As being his daughter by blood, not actions.
  3. As one of mutual respect.
  4. As a close bond.
Grade 9 Plays
What personal feelings does Shylock harbor toward Antonio?
  1. Respect and admiration
  2. Hatred and resentment
  3. Envy and jealousy
  4. Indifference and apathy
Grade 9 Plays
Why does Launcelot dislike working for Shylock?
  1. Shylock underpays him
  2. Shylock is Jewish, whom Launcelot refers to as “a kind of devil”
  3. Shylock is excessively strict
  4. Shylock has insulted his family
Grade 9 Plays
What warning does Shylock give to Launcelot about his new master, Bassanio?
  1. Bassanio will be stricter than Shylock.
  2. Bassanio will be more generous than Shylock.
  3. Bassanio will overwork him.
  4. Bassanio will let him overeat and oversleep.
Grade 9 Plays
What inscription is written on the leaden casket?
  1. “Who chooseth me shall gain what many men desire”
  2. “Who chooseth me shall get as much as he deserves”
  3. “Who chooseth me must give and hazard all he hath”
  4. “Who chooseth me shall find true love”
Grade 9 Plays
What does Portia hope after the prince’s departure?
  1. That all her suitors choose the gold casket
  2. That all men of his complexion choose incorrectly
  3. That another suitor will arrive soon
  4. That the leaden casket is chosen next
Grade 9 Plays
What does Lorenzo say about the handwriting in Jessica’s letter?
  1. It is difficult to read
  2. It is whiter than the paper it is written on
  3. It shows her excitement for the plan
  4. It reflects her sorrow
Grade 9 Plays
Why is Shylock initially doubtful about Antonio’s guarantee for the loan?
  1. Antonio is inexperienced in business.
  2. Antonio’s wealth is tied up in ventures that might fail.
  3. Antonio has a poor reputation in Venice.
  4. Shylock doesn’t trust Bassanio.
Grade 9 Plays
How does Lorenzo feel about the plan by the end of the scene?
  1. Anxious about its success
  2. Confident and excited about the evening’s outcome
  3. Doubtful about Jessica’s commitment
  4. Worried that Gratiano might interfere
Grade 9 Plays
What inscription is written on the silver casket?
  1. “Who chooseth me must give and hazard all he hath”
  2. “Who chooseth me shall get as much as he deserves”
  3. “Who chooseth me shall gain what many men desire”
  4. “Who chooseth me shall find eternal wealth”
Grade 9 Plays
How does the prince of Morocco react after opening the gold casket?
  1. He demands another attempt.
  2. He apologizes and leaves hastily.
  3. He challenges Portia’s other suitors.
  4. He decides to stay and attend dinner.
Grade 9 Plays
What does Jessica tell Launcelot about his presence in her life?
  1. It made her life with her father more difficult.
  2. It made life with her father more bearable.
  3. It was unnecessary and unhelpful.
  4. It brought her closer to her father.
Grade 9 Plays
What does Launcelot reveal to his father after their reunion?
  1. He is leaving Shylock to serve Bassanio
  2. He is planning to marry Portia
  3. He intends to start a business
  4. He has a secret inheritance
Grade 9 Plays
What instructions does Lorenzo give to his friends after Launcelot departs?
  1. To gather supplies for their voyage
  2. To prepare for the night’s festivities
  3. To meet him at Shylock’s house
  4. To inform Jessica of their revised plans
Grade 9 Plays
What inscription is written on the gold casket?
  1. “Who chooseth me shall get as much as he deserves”
  2. “Who chooseth me must give and hazard all he hath”
  3. “Who chooseth me shall gain what many men desire”
  4. “Who chooseth me shall find eternal happiness”
Grade 9 Plays
What amount does Shylock agree to lend Bassanio?
  1. Five thousand ducats
  2. Three thousand ducats
  3. Two thousand ducats
  4. One thousand ducats
Grade 9 Plays
What prank does Launcelot play on his father?
  1. He gives him false directions to Shylock’s house
  2. He pretends that he is dead
  3. He disguises himself as another servant
  4. He pretends to be Shylock
Grade 9 Plays
What does Lorenzo assure the group about their preparations?
  1. They have allies to help them
  2. They have enough time to gather disguises and torchbearers
  3. Shylock will not suspect their plan
  4. They will rely on Portia’s guidance
Grade 9 Plays
What does Lorenzo give Gratiano before leaving?
  1. Money for the festivities
  2. Jessica’s letter to read
  3. Instructions for gathering torchbearers
  4. A token to deliver to Jessica
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