Ethnicity In The Merchant Of Venice

Approved & Edited by ProProfs Editorial Team

The editorial team at ProProfs Quizzes consists of a select group of subject experts, trivia writers, and quiz masters who have authored over 10,000 quizzes taken by more than 100 million users. This team includes our in-house seasoned quiz moderators and subject matter experts. Our editorial experts, spread across the world, are rigorously trained using our comprehensive guidelines to ensure that you receive the highest quality quizzes.

Learn about Our Editorial Process

| By Rebmarin

Rebmarin

Community Contributor

Quizzes Created: 1 | Total Attempts: 614

Questions: 5 | Attempts: 614 | Updated: Mar 20, 2022

Settings

Create your own Quiz

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Whatsapp Share on Pinterest Share on Email Copy to Clipboard Embed on your website

Ethnicity In The Merchant Of Venice - Quiz

This is a short quiz that focuses on ethnicity in this (in)famous Shakespeare play!

Questions and Answers

1.

When Shylock demands a pound of Antonio's flesh as collateral for the loan, what does Antonio think of this deal?
- A.
  
  He is pleased and remarks that Shylock may someday become a Christian
- B.
  
  He claims that he would prefer to have to pay interest on the loan
- C.
  
  He is mortified and refuses to agree to the loan
Correct Answer
A. He is pleased and remarks that Shylock may someday become a Christian

Explanation
Antonio's reaction to Shylock's demand for a pound of his flesh as collateral is that he is pleased and remarks that Shylock may someday become a Christian. This suggests that Antonio is confident in his ability to repay the loan and is not concerned about the consequences of failing to do so. Additionally, his comment about Shylock becoming a Christian implies that he sees this as a positive outcome or a sign of Shylock's eventual conversion to a more forgiving and merciful mindset.

Rate this question:
2.

What condition must the Prince of Morocco agree to before he may choose from among the caskets?
- A.
  
  That if he chooses wrong, he will give Portia all his wealth and leave forever
- B.
  
  That if he chooses wrong, he will never marry
- C.
  
  That if he chooses wrong, he will have to marry a woman of Portia's choosing
Correct Answer
B. That if he chooses wrong, he will never marry

Explanation
The Prince of Morocco must agree that if he chooses the wrong casket, he will never marry. This condition is significant because it adds a sense of risk and consequence to his decision. By agreeing to this condition, the Prince is demonstrating his willingness to accept the potential outcome of losing the chance to marry Portia if he chooses incorrectly. It emphasizes the importance of making the right choice and adds tension to the scene.

Rate this question:

2
0
3.

The Prince of Morocco chooses which casket?
- A.
  
  Bronze
- B.
  
  Silver
- C.
  
  Lead
Correct Answer
B. Silver

Explanation
The Prince of Morocco chooses the silver casket because he believes that outward appearances can be deceiving. He rejects the gold casket because it is too obvious and represents superficial wealth. He also rejects the lead casket because it is plain and unattractive. The silver casket, on the other hand, is more modest and understated, which aligns with the prince's belief that true worth lies within.

Rate this question:

0
2
4.

The second suitor, the Prince of Aragon, arrives in Belmont and chooses the silver casket. What does the casket reveal?
- A.
  
  A skull
- B.
  
  A miniature portrait of Portia
- C.
  
  A blinking idiot
Correct Answer
C. A blinking idiot

Explanation
The casket reveals a blinking idiot.

Rate this question:
5.

Shylock delivers his famous monologue, "Hath not a Jew eyes?", to which characters?
- A.
  
  Bassanio and Graziano
- B.
  
  Solanio and Salerio
- C.
  
  Jessica and Lorenzo
Correct Answer
B. Solanio and Salerio

Explanation
In Shakespeare's play "The Merchant of Venice," Shylock delivers his famous monologue, "Hath not a Jew eyes?", to the characters Solanio and Salerio. In this monologue, Shylock questions the prejudice and discrimination he faces as a Jew, arguing that Jews are human beings with the same emotions and vulnerabilities as anyone else. Solanio and Salerio are present during this monologue and serve as the audience for Shylock's powerful words.

Rate this question:

Quiz Review Timeline +

Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.

Current Version
Mar 20, 2022

Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team
Apr 25, 2009

Quiz Created by
Rebmarin

Ethnicity In The Merchant Of Venice

When Shylock demands a pound of Antonio's flesh as collateral for the loan, what does Antonio think of this deal?

What condition must the Prince of Morocco agree to before he may choose from among the caskets?

The Prince of Morocco chooses which casket?

The second suitor, the Prince of Aragon, arrives in Belmont and chooses the silver casket. What does the casket reveal?

Shylock delivers his famous monologue, "Hath not a Jew eyes?", to which characters?