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What does Bassanio ask Shylock to do?
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Lend him money
Forgive Antonio's debt
Put in a good word with Portia
Help him solve Portia's riddle
Why does Shylock decline Bassanio's invitation to dine with him and Antonio?
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He dislikes and distrusts Bassanio and Antonio
He disapproves of mixing business and pleasure
It would go against his principles to dine with Christians
All of the above
Shylock previously referred to Antonio as a "good man," but he later reveals that he has a grudge against him—what explains this discrepancy?
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Shylock has had a change of heart after speaking with Salerio
Shylock originally meant that Antonio is financially reliable
Shylock originally meant that Antonio has a sterling reputation
Shylock has had a change of heart after realizing Antonio is Christian
What does Antonio agree to do for Bassanio despite his personal principles?
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Take part in a transaction involving interest
Enter into a partnership with Shylock
Become a moneylender himself
Help him solve Portia's riddles
What point does Shylock make by referring to Jacob's breeding of sheep in the Bible?
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That unpaid interest should be repaid with a pound of flesh
That Jacob's actions are an example of theft
That God invented the practice of usury
That it is morally acceptable to charge interest
What is Shylock's response when Antonio insults him for citing the Bible to defend usury?
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Shylock ignores Antonio's anger and laughs in his face
Shylock cites Antonio's previous mistreatment of him
Shylock insists that he is not Antonio's real enemy
Shylock threatens to take legal action against Antonio
What unusual condition does Shylock propose for the loan he will give to Antonio?
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Antonio must convert to Judaism if he cannot repay the loan
Antonio must give Shylock half of his business if he defaults on the loan
Shylock will take a pound of Antonio's flesh if he doesn't repay the loan
Shylock will only lend the money if Antonio agrees to a public debate on usury
How does Bassanio feel about the deal Shylock makes with Antonio?
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He worries Portia will hear about the deal
He is excited about the opportunity
He is angry at Antonio for risking his life
He is nervous and worried for Antonio
