Imp Question For All Chapters – Balbharati English Class 6
The Merchant of Venice
Short Questions
1. Who was Antonio?
Answer : A merchant from Venice.
2. Who was Bassanio’s best friend?
Answer : Antonio.
3. What did Bassanio want?
Answer : To marry Portia.
4. Who was Portia?
Answer : A rich and intelligent lady.
5. What was the test for Portia’s suitors?
Answer : Choosing the right casket.
6. Which casket did Bassanio choose?
Answer : The lead casket.
7. Who was Shylock?
Answer : A Jewish moneylender.
8. What was Shylock’s condition for the loan?
Answer : A pound of Antonio’s flesh.
9 .Who saved Antonio in court?
Answer : Portia, disguised as a lawyer.
10. What happened to Antonio’s ships?
Answer : They were safe in the end.
Long Questions
1. Why did Antonio borrow money from Shylock?
Answer : Antonio borrowed money for Bassanio so he could travel to Belmont and try to win Portia’s hand. Since Antonio’s money was invested in his ships, he borrowed money from Shylock in his name.
2. Why did Shylock hate Antonio?
Answer : Shylock hated Antonio because Antonio lent money without interest, which affected Shylock’s business. Also, Antonio and others treated Shylock badly because he was a Jew.
3. How did Portia trick Shylock in court?
Answer : Portia, disguised as a lawyer, told Shylock he could take exactly one pound of flesh but not a drop of blood. Since that was impossible, Shylock had to give up his demand.
4. What happened in the end?
Answer : Antonio’s life was saved, and his ships returned safely. Bassanio married Portia, and Shylock lost his case in court. The story had a happy ending.
5. What lesson does the story teach us?
Answer : The story teaches that greed and revenge can lead to downfall, while kindness and intelligence can save lives. Mercy is more powerful than strict justice.
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