The Merchant of Venice

by

William Shakespeare

The Merchant of Venice: Act 2, scene 6 Quiz 3 questions

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What does Gratiano think about Lorenzo and Jessica's relationship?
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He thinks they are destined to live a happy life together
He thinks their union will bring them unimaginable riches
He thinks they will quickly lose interest in each other
He thinks they are doomed to live a life of abject poverty
What does Lorenzo's phrase "father Jew" imply about his and Jessica's situation?
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It implies that Lorenzo is surprisingly open to the idea of converting to Judaism
It implies that Lorenzo thinks of Shylock as the only true Jewish person in Venice
It implies that he doesn't believe Jessica will actually convert to Christianity
None of the above
Why does Antonio scold Gratiano when Gratiano and the others make their way into the street?
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Because Gratiano has failed to help Jessica and Lorenzo
Because Gratiano is late to Bassanio's dinner
Because Gratiano is being too loud and rowdy
Because he can tell Gratiano plans to steal Jessica