The Merchant Of Venice Act 2 Scene 8 Quiz

What comparison do Salerio and Solanio make about Antonio?

Why is Antonio said to be sad later in the scene?

What major event coincides with Jessica’s elopement?

What tone dominates this scene?

What do Salerio and Solanio decide to do at the end of the scene?

Which two characters appear in this scene?

What rumor about Antonio’s ships is mentioned?

How does Shylock react to Jessica’s escape?

What does Shylock cry out in the streets?

What literary device is used in Shylock’s repeated cry about ducats and daughter?

How does this scene contrast with the Belmont scenes?

What does the audience learn about Shylock’s priorities?

What emotion does Solanio express about Antonio’s situation?

What does Gratiano plan to do in Belmont?

Where does Act 2 Scene 8 take place?

What quality of Antonio is praised by the Venetians?

What has Jessica taken when she fled?

What are Salerio and Solanio discussing at the start of the scene?

How is Shylock described in this scene?

What do the Venetians think about Shylock’s grief?

Who has eloped with Jessica?

Who mocks Shylock’s cries in this scene?

What does Shylock blame the Christians for?

What does this scene reveal about Venice’s society?

What dramatic function does Act 2 Scene 8 serve?

What does Shylock vow to do after Jessica’s elopement?

Who accompanies Bassanio to Belmont?

How do the Venetians describe Bassanio’s ship?

What phrase summarizes Shylock’s obsession?

What theme is reinforced through Shylock’s reaction?