The Merchant Of Venice Act 3 Scene 3 Quiz. Test your knowledge on the short but intense confrontation between the merchant and the money-lender. Do you really think Shylock would have listened to reason once the bond was legally forfeit? See if you can hear the demand for justice…
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The Merchant Of Venice Act 3 Scene 3 Quiz Questions
- Where does Act 3 Scene 3 take place?
- Which two main characters appear in this scene?
- Who accompanies Antonio in this scene?
- Why is Antonio being escorted by the jailer?
- What does Antonio plead for in this scene?
- How does Shylock respond to Antonio’s pleas?
- What phrase does Shylock repeat throughout the scene?
- What emotion dominates Shylock’s tone?
- Who tries to reason with Shylock on Antonio’s behalf?
- What does Shylock accuse the Christians of doing to him?
- What reason does Shylock give for his hatred of Antonio?
- What does Antonio tell the jailer to do?
- What does Antonio say about Shylock’s determination?
- What does Antonio believe about his own fate?
- What does Antonio ask of Bassanio through Salerio?
- What does Shylock compare Antonio to?
- What does Shylock demand from the law?
- What legal principle supports Shylock’s demand?
- What is Antonio’s attitude toward his punishment?
- How does Antonio describe Shylock’s heart?
- What theme is emphasized in this scene?
- What news about Bassanio does Antonio mention?
- What hope does Antonio express before being led away?
- What does Shylock claim the Duke cannot deny him?
- What symbolic contrast is highlighted between Antonio and Shylock?
- How does Antonio’s demeanor affect the jailer?
- What does Shylock’s insistence on his bond reveal?
- What tone dominates the end of the scene?
- What literary device dominates Shylock’s repetition of “I’ll have my bond”?
- What dramatic purpose does this scene serve?