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    The Caskets Which Portia Suiter Were to choose Were Made Of:-

    • Gold,Lead,Silver
    • Gold,Stone,Diamond
    • Marble,Stone,Brick
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Test your knowledge of Shakespeare's 'The Merchant of Venice' with questions on character flaws, casket choices, motivations for revenge, and key events and gifts related to the plot.

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  • 2. 

    What Does Portia Give To Bassanio On their Wedding:-

    • Money.

    • Ring.

    • Monkey

    • Her Palace

    Correct Answer
    A. Ring.
    Explanation
    Portia gives Bassanio a ring on their wedding. This is evident from the options provided, where the correct answer is "Ring." A ring is a traditional symbol of love and commitment in weddings, and it is common for the bride to give a ring to the groom as a token of their union.

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  • 3. 

    Whom Does Bassanio Love :-

    • Potia.

    • Jessica

    • Nerissa

    Correct Answer
    A. Potia.
    Explanation
    Bassanio loves Portia.

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  • 4. 

    Why does The Prince Of Morroco Fear that Portia Will Dislike Him:-

    • He is From Morroco.

    • He recently proved that he is a coward in the battle.

    • His Dark Complexion

    Correct Answer
    A. His Dark Complexion
    Explanation
    The Prince of Morocco fears that Portia will dislike him because of his dark complexion. This suggests that he believes Portia may have a preference for lighter skin tones or may hold prejudiced views based on appearance. The prince's fear may stem from societal norms or personal experiences that have led him to believe that his dark complexion may be seen as undesirable or inferior.

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  • 5. 

    Which Casket Had the Picture Of Portia.

    • Gold

    • Silver

    • Lead

    • Bronze

    • Stone

    Correct Answer
    A. Lead
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Lead because in William Shakespeare's play "The Merchant of Venice," Portia's picture was placed in the lead casket. The caskets were part of a test set by Portia's father to find a suitor for her. The inscription on the lead casket reads, "Who chooseth me must give and hazard all he hath." The suitor who correctly chooses the lead casket and accepts the risk of losing everything wins Portia's hand in marriage.

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    What is the primary reason for Shylock's insistence on the pound of flesh as collateral in Antonio's loan agreement? Explanation: Shylock's insistence on the pound of flesh as collateral is primarily motivated by his desire for revenge against Antonio, who has insulted and mistreated him in the past. This desire for revenge drives much of the conflict in the play.

    • Shylock wants to demonstrate his legal prowess.

    • Shylock seeks revenge for Antonio's past insults.

    • Shylock is eager to impress his daughter, Jessica.

    • Shylock hopes to bankrupt Antonio and seize his wealth.

    Correct Answer
    A. Shylock seeks revenge for Antonio's past insults.
    Explanation
    Shylock's insistence on the pound of flesh as collateral is primarily motivated by his desire for revenge against Antonio, who has insulted and mistreated him in the past. This desire for revenge drives much of the conflict in the play.

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  • 7. 

    Old Gobbo Is The Father Of :-

    • Gratiano

    • Lancelot.

    • Lorenzo

    • Bassanio

    Correct Answer
    A. Lancelot.
    Explanation
    Old Gobbo is the father of Lancelot. This can be inferred from the context of the question, as the question is asking about the father of various characters and Lancelot is one of the options provided.

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  • 8. 

    Whom Does Bassanio Agree To Bring With Him To Belmont:-

    • Antonio.

    • Lancelot.

    • Lorenzo

    • Gobbo.

    • Gratiano.

    Correct Answer
    A. Gratiano.
    Explanation
    Bassanio agrees to bring Gratiano with him to Belmont. This can be inferred from the context of the question, which is related to the play "The Merchant of Venice" by William Shakespeare. In the play, Bassanio is a close friend of Gratiano and they often travel together. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that Bassanio would choose Gratiano as his companion for his trip to Belmont.

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    From what character flaw does Bassanio believe Graziano suffers

    • Mean-spiritedness.

    • Rude & Wild Behavior.

    • Vanity

    Correct Answer
    A. Rude & Wild Behavior.
    Explanation
    Bassanio believes that Graziano suffers from rude and wild behavior. This suggests that Graziano's actions and demeanor are impolite and unruly, possibly causing disruptions or discomfort in social situations.

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