| What does Portia tell the Prince of Morroco regarding his skin color? (scene 1) | You have as much of a chance as anybody else |
| What does the Prince of Morroco say he will do if he loses? (scene 1) | Never marry |
| Why doesn’t Lancelot’s father, Gobbo, recognize him outside of Shylock’s house? (scene 2) | He’s sandblind |
| What is Lancelot planning to do? Why? (scene 2) | Run away because Shlock is too jewish and starves him |
| Who does Lancelot go work for? (scene 2) | Bassanio |
| How does Lancelot feel about Jessica? (scene 3) | He loves her |
| Why can’t Lancelot cry when he leaves Jessica? (scene 3) | It’s not manly |
| Why will Jessica become a christian? (scene 4) | If Lorenzo keeps his promise to her and loves her |
| How does Jessica sneak out? (scene 4) | Wearing servants clothes, bringing her families jewels and money, going to masquerade with Lorenzo |
| What does Jessica say will happen if she’s lucky? (scene 5) | She’ll lose a father, Shylock will lose a daughter |
| What do Gratanio and Lorenzo think about Jessica? (scene 6) | She can’t be a jew, she is too nice |
| Which casket does the Prince of Morroco choose? (scene 7) | Gold, because everyone wants Portia |
| What racist comment does Portia make about the Prince of Morroco? (scene 7) | She’s glad he lost, she could never love someone with black skin |
| How does Shylock feel about Jessica leaving? (scene 8) | He’s depressed, as he has lost everything, especially his only child |
| What is an example of Bassanio and Antonio’s friendship love? (scene 8) | When Antonio tells him to take his time with the money, putting his life at risk |
| What is the Prince of Arragon like? (scene 9) | arrogant |
| What does Portia compare the suitors to? (scene 9) | Moths attracted to a candle and burning |
The Merchant of Venice Act 2
July 26, 2019