The Merchant of Venice Act 2 Quiz

Portia's fate is dictated by her father's will, not her own.

The Prince of Morocco must choose a box to determine his fate in marriage.

Launcelot is conflicted between his duty and his heart's desire.

Launcelot's father (Old Gobbo) is not aware of Launcelot's presence/ identity.

Launcelot seeks the way to Master Shylock, a character in the play.

Prince of Morocco is described as dark-skinned.

Morocco isn't explicitly rejected but faces limitations based on societal expectations in the play.

Launcelot decides to run away from his master.

Launcelot, a servant to the wealthy money-lender Shylock, desires a different job and wants to work for Bassanio instead.

Bassanio promises to give Launcelot a better, more colorful uniform than his other servants.

Launcelot believes he has a lucky hand and that his future looks bright because he was offered a new position.

Launcelot believes that Shylock is unkind to him and lacks goodness, unlike Bassanio.

Bassanio is portrayed as a poor gentleman, even though he has enough money to support Launcelot.

Launcelot leaves his master, Shylock, because he values goodness and seeks a better environment.

Old Gobbo is Launcelot's father and accompanies him as he leaves Shylock's service.

Bassanio is preparing for dinner with his friend and instructs his servant to handle their arrangements quickly.

Gratiano pledges to behave more politely at Belmont to avoid hindering Bassanio's chances with Portia.

Jessica bids farewell to Launcelot, offering him a ducat and a letter for Lorenzo, her new master.

Launcelot expresses his sadness through tears, unable to articulate his feelings verbally.

Jessica experiences shame and conflict due to her father's actions and her own desire for a different life.

Lorenzo proposes a secret departure during dinner, suggesting a sense of mystery and intrigue.

Gratiano's promise to behave politely emphasizes the importance of social norms at Belmont.

Jessica describes her father's house as 'hell', highlighting the oppressive environment she lives in.

Launcelot's new master is Lorenzo, a significant character in the play, associated with Jessica's escape.

Shylock is afraid of bad luck and believes a dream about money bags foreshadows trouble.

Shylock disdains Christians and their festivities, considering them foolish and shallow.

Launcelot acts as a messenger, conveying Shylock's intention to attend the masked party.

Launcelot tells Jessica to watch for a particular Christian at the party, implying a romantic interest.

Shylock sees Launcelot as a slow learner, lazy, and prone to wasting money.

Jessica indicates a plan to escape her father and elude her current situation.

Gratiano believes lovers are typically eager and arrive early for their dates.

Lorenzo apologizes for being late, explaining that he was occupied with important business.

Antonio has borrowed money from a moneylender, who requires repayment on time or else Antonio will face consequences.

Antonio is known for his kindness and generosity, even putting his own financial well-being at risk to help his friend Bassanio.

Bassanio's love for Portia inspires him to travel for her hand in marriage; this love motivates him to seek his fortune.

Three caskets, each representing a different value, are presented as a test for suitors who wish to marry Portia. The correct choice leads to marriage.

The lead casket, representing a simple and humble choice, holds the inscription, 'A man might lose everything if he chooses this box.', suggesting it's not about outward appearance.

The golden casket, offering a seemingly desirable option, is inscribed with the words, 'This box will give what many men desire', highlighting the allure of material possessions.

The Prince of Arragon, influenced by the inscription and seeking what 'many men desire', chooses the golden casket, demonstrating his focus on external values.

Portia's father, through his will, dictates the rules of the casket challenge, exerting influence over her potential suitors and her own fate.

The Prince of Arragon selects the silver casket, believing it will grant him his deserved reward.

Arragon anticipates receiving riches and power as a deserving prize, reflecting his desire for recognition and success.

The silver casket reveals a picture of a fool, representing Arragon's flawed judgment and his inability to recognize true worth.

Portia points out that Arragon cannot simultaneously judge himself and try to defend his actions.

Arragon, disappointed and humiliated, leaves Portia's estate with his servants, acknowledging his misfortune and his failed attempt to win her hand.

Portia observes Arragon's mistake and his blindness to true worth, seeing him as another fool who has failed to understand her father's test.

The image of the torch burning another bird's wings metaphorically represents the suitors' failures.

The play emphasizes the power of destiny and how it guides the course of love, life, and death, represented through the suitors' fate and Portia's role in her father's will.