Introduction (Junior Cert English): Quizzes
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When was The Merchant of Venice written?
When was The Merchant of Venice written?
1596-1599
Which themes does The Merchant of Venice tackle?
Which themes does The Merchant of Venice tackle?
Racial prejudice, justice & revenge
Why is the play classified as a 'problem play'?
Why is the play classified as a 'problem play'?
Blends comedy with serious social issues
What does Venice symbolically represent in the play?
What does Venice symbolically represent in the play?
Law, business & harsh reality
How is Belmont described in the setting?
How is Belmont described in the setting?
Magical estate with romantic atmosphere
What is Shylock's bond condition if Antonio can't repay?
What is Shylock's bond condition if Antonio can't repay?
He may cut a pound of flesh from Antonio
What test did Portia's father create for her suitors?
What test did Portia's father create for her suitors?
Choose correctly among 3 caskets
How does Portia save Antonio in court?
How does Portia save Antonio in court?
Disguises as male lawyer, uses wit & law
How is Antonio described from the beginning of the play?
How is Antonio described from the beginning of the play?
A melancholy figure
What dual role does Shylock serve in the play?
What dual role does Shylock serve in the play?
Both antagonist and victim
What does Portia's disguise as the lawyer Balthazar demonstrate?
What does Portia's disguise as the lawyer Balthazar demonstrate?
Her intelligence & need for male disguise
What is Bassanio's troubling character flaw?
What is Bassanio's troubling character flaw?
Lack of responsibility with money