Merchant of Venice Act 1

<p>He feels secure as it is diversified (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Kings sailing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Shylock (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The nature of his sadness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fear of losing wealth quickly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He talks more about trivial matters than important ones. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He sees himself as a selfish child who has lost everything owed. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He offers to lend Bassanio as much money as needed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Throwing a ball and losing it. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Her beauty and noble character. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His good reputation in Venice. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Resignation about his financial losses. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Compete for her hand in marriage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It should be filled with fun and happiness. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He believes everyone plays their part, including himself as sad. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A wish for Antonio to embrace happiness and not sadness. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Those who are silent might actually reveal foolishness if they spoke. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bassanio is concerned about Antonio’s well-being and wishes to support him. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He feels disconnected from the happiness around him. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Foolishness can bring joy and should be embraced. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their departure confirms Antonio's sadness. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is better than the prince's horse. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He is handsome but difficult to understand. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She has a strong dislike for him especially when drunk. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She will refuse to accept them to disobey her father's wishes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She is grateful for their consideration in leaving. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He was a student and a soldier she liked. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>She feels she might die unmarried without the right choice. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He is generous and forgiving. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Antonio is a Christian who charges no interest. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is at risk due to the dangers of sea travel. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Eat with him. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using Antonio's name. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Disdain. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There are thieves on both land and sea. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His strict adherence to his beliefs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To be as excited to welcome him as she is to say goodbye. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Because all Jews must have patience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He never charges or pays interest (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He feigns surprise at the interest (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To be enemies instead (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As a demonstration of Antonio's desperation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>That Shylock should treat him as an enemy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By offering the money without interest (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It highlights the prejudice he faces (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Antonio is experiencing profound sadness, unsure of the cause, and struggling with concerns about his business ventures.

Merchant anxieties stem from the risky nature of seafaring business; fortunes can change rapidly, leading to significant financial loss.

Antonio's business involves merchant ships at sea.

Salerio's worry about the sea mirrors Antonio's; he fears potential damages to cargo ships.

Solanio observes Antonio's sadness, suggesting it might stem from love.

Antonio denies being in love, indicating the sadness's origin, potentially, stems from more complex business concerns.

Antonio's business is exposed to considerable risk due to fluctuating fortune and potential loss in a single year.

Solanio's questioning about Antonio's love for someone is presented as a jest or lighthearted remark.

Some people are naturally cheerful, while others are fundamentally unhappy.

These are characters in a play who are friends of Antonio.

They are Antonio's friends who leave for other business.

Gratiano values happiness and fun, contrasting with Antonio's sadness.

Gratiano discusses characters who seem wise by remaining silent.

Gratiano's statements show unconventional views on silence.

Antonio inquires about the preceding conversation.

Bassanio is portrayed as a charming and likeable character, but also somewhat impulsive, prone to spending beyond his means, and inclined towards wishful thinking.

Antonio is a loyal and generous friend willing to go to great lengths to help Bassanio, even though he is currently facing financial hardship.

Bassanio's extravagant lifestyle has left him deeply in debt, creating a significant financial burden.

Portia is a wealthy and highly sought-after woman, known for her beauty, intelligence, and wealth.

Antonio's business is focused on maritime trade, subject to significant risks due to the volatile nature of ocean voyages.

Bassanio requests a substantial loan from Antonio, hoping to use it to make a grand gesture to win Portia's hand.

Antonio is described as a man of good standing in Venice, admired for his character and trustworthiness.

Bassanio expresses a strong desire to marry Portia, seeing her as both attractive and possessing admirable virtues.

Shylock makes money by lending money at interest, a practice that some people find unethical.

Antonio believes lending and borrowing money should be done without interest, a practice he sticks to for himself.

Shylock resents Antonio for insulting him and his religion in the past and for publicly criticizing his business practices.

Shylock pretends to be friendly towards Antonio, offering to lend him money without interest, possibly as a way to manipulate him.

Antonio remains angry at Shylock, even when Shylock offers to lend him money without interest, preferring to see him as an enemy.

Bassanio is surprised by Shylock's offer to lend money without interest as he doesn't understand Shylock's motives.

Shylock's offer of kindness is a facade, as his true motives are hidden and potentially malicious.

Antonio's friendship with Bassanio is so strong that he is willing to risk his financial well-being to help him.

Shylock demands 3,000 ducats for a three-month loan, secured by Antonio's name. He shows hesitance, implying a hidden ulterior motive.

Antonio's merchantships face dangers at sea, including storms, pirates, and theft, putting his fortune at risk.

Shylock openly hates Antonio for being a Christian and for his practice of lending money without interest, which undermines Shylock's business.

Driven by hatred, Shylock desires revenge on Antonio for his perceived wrongs. He sees this loan as an opportunity to harm Antonio.

In Shylock's view, a 'good' man is one whose financial standing is secure. He emphasizes Antonio's wealth, not his moral character.

Shylock refuses to eat with Antonio because of their different religions, highlighting a cultural divide and his deep resentment.

Antonio agrees to borrow 3,000 ducats for Bassanio, even though he knows the loan is risky, demonstrating his loyalty and friendship.

The Rialto is a public square in Venice, a bustling marketplace and a social hub where meetings and dealings take place.

Portia describes her suitors with a mix of humor and cynicism, highlighting their flaws and contrasting personalities.

This suitor has a nice horse but lacks a serious demeanor, making him appear shallow and superficial to Portia.

Portia finds him lacking personality as he alters his behavior to fit each situation.

Portia struggles to understand Falconbridge due to language differences; she criticizes his mixed-up attire and his lack of communication skills.

Despite being hit by the Englishman, the Scottish lord promises to repay him, demonstrating his noble character.

Portia loathes the German suitor, finding him repulsive in his sober state and even worse when drunk, comparing him to an animal.

Portia is bound by her father's will to marry the man who chooses the right casket, a test of character and fortune.

Portia uses wine as a metaphor for the German suitor's excessive drinking and undesirable qualities.