The Merchant of Venice

by

William Shakespeare

The Merchant of Venice: Act 2, scene 7 Quiz 3 questions

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What do the three inscriptions on the caskets have in common with each other?
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They all pose deceptively simple questions
They are all made up of long riddles
They all make use of short Latin phrases
They are all declarative sentences
Why does the Prince of Morocco ultimately choose the gold casket?
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He believes gold is the most valuable metal
He thinks it represents the most sincere love
He is tricked by the casket's enticing inscription
He is following a premonition he had earlier
What does Portia's remark after Morocco's departure reveal?
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Her racism and prejudice
Her dislike of all her suitors
Her impatience with the process
Her kindness and compassion