The Merchant Of Venice Act 2 Quiz starts with a high stakes setting as gold, silver and lead containers await suitors from around the world. We delve into the high stakes lottery and Jessica’s perilous escape from her father’s house. Now get ready for the tension between the coffins and the streets of Venice.

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The Merchant Of Venice Act 2 Quiz Questions
- Where does Act 2 Scene 1 take place?
- Who is the first suitor to attempt the casket challenge?
- What is the Prince of Morocco concerned about when he enters?
- What does Portia say about the Prince of Morocco’s skin color?
- What must the Prince of Morocco swear before choosing a casket?
- What inscription is written on the gold casket?
- What inscription is on the silver casket?
- What inscription is on the lead casket?
- Who is Launcelot Gobbo’s father?
- Why is Launcelot debating with himself in Act 2 Scene 2?
- What does Launcelot call Shylock?
- Who helps Old Gobbo recognize his son?
- Whom does Launcelot plan to serve after leaving Shylock?
- What gift does Gobbo bring for Shylock?
- How does Bassanio treat his servants?
- Who offers to accompany Bassanio to Belmont?
- What condition does Bassanio set for Gratiano’s trip?
- Where does Act 2 Scene 3 take place?
- What does Jessica plan to do in Act 2 Scene 3?
- How does Jessica describe her life at home?
- Who brings Lorenzo Jessica’s letter?
- What does Lorenzo plan to do during the masque?
- What disguise does Jessica wear to escape?
- What does Jessica take with her when she flees?
- What does Shylock tell Jessica to do while he is gone?
- Who says, “All that glisters is not gold”?
- What casket does the Prince of Morocco choose?
- What does the Prince of Morocco find inside the casket?
- Who is the next suitor after the Prince of Morocco?
- What theme does Act 2 most strongly develop?
