Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice Act 3
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What request does Portia make to Lorenzo?

  • To bring her back to Venice
  • To manage her business during her husband's absence (correct)
  • To accompany her to the old house
  • To retrieve her ring from Bassanio

    • What disguise does Portia intend to use to approach their husbands?

  • As men (correct)
  • As women who lost their husbands
  • As a beggar
  • As merchants

    • How does Jessica feel about Launcelot's comments regarding her father?

  • Concerned and doubtful
  • Amused and light-hearted (correct)
  • Indifferent and detached
  • Angry and defensive

    • What does Launcelot suggest to Jessica as her one hope?

    <p>That the Jew isn't her real father</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Portia promise to do in relation to her disguise as a man?

    <p>To act like a true gentleman</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity do Portia and Nerissa plan to undertake after leaving?

    <p>Travel to Venice to meet their husbands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jessica express concern about in her conversation with Launcelot?

    <p>The legacy of her father's crimes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic does Portia intend to emphasize when disguised as a man?

    <p>Her strength and courage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Bassanio believe about appearances?

    <p>Appearances can often be misleading.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Bassanio ultimately decide which box to choose?

    <p>By feeling a connection to the box of lead.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Shylock primarily concerned about in his conversation with Tubal?

    <p>The whereabouts of his daughter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotion does Portia mainly express as Bassanio prepares to choose?

    <p>Sadness mixed with hope.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What reaction does Shylock have upon hearing about Antonio's misfortune?

    <p>He expresses joy and relief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Bassanio refer to when he speaks about 'clever argument'?

    <p>The deceptive nature of law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What makes Shylock angrier than news of his daughter's spending?

    <p>The memory of his wife's ring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Shylock command Tubal to do at the end of their conversation?

    <p>Fetch a legal clerk</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Portia's relationship with Bassanio at the moment of choice?

    <p>She is committed to him but feels restricted.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Tubal characterize the shared misfortunes of men?

    <p>They are inevitable and shared</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Bassanio mean by stating 'Let destiny go to hell, not me'?

    <p>He wishes to defy fate in pursuit of love.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Bassanio find inside the box of lead?

    <p>A picture of Portia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Bassanio advised to do regarding his choice of the caskets?

    <p>Wait a day or two</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Tubal reveal about Shylock's daughter that causes Shylock great distress?

    <p>She has spent a large amount of money</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the music represent as Bassanio makes his choice?

    <p>A celebration of his confidence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mood change does Shylock exhibit during his conversation with Tubal?

    <p>From despair to joy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initial reaction does Bassanio have upon receiving the letter?

    <p>He looks pale and distressed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Salerio reveal about Antonio's situation?

    <p>All of Antonio's ships have been lost.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Shylock react to offers of repayment from Antonio's friends?

    <p>He refuses any offers for repayment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What amount does Bassanio state Antonio owes Shylock?

    <p>Three thousand ducats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Portia's comments to Bassanio reveal about her attitude towards helping Antonio?

    <p>She offers to double the money to settle the debt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary concern Bassanio expresses regarding his friend Antonio?

    <p>Antonio's ships have become lost.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sentiment does Portia express towards Antonio's character?

    <p>She considers him a great friend.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Bassanio equate the letter to, reflecting his feelings about his friend?

    <p>A body soaked in blood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Shylock's emotional state when he mentions his daughter has 'flown away'?

    <p>Angry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Shylock imply about Antonio's previous behavior towards him?

    <p>Antonio often laughed at Shylock's misfortunes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Shylock mean by 'If you cut us, do we not bleed'?

    <p>All humans share similar physical vulnerabilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Shylock view the concept of revenge?

    <p>It is a justified response to injury.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Launcelot imply about the conversion of Jews into Christians?

    <p>It increases the number of Christians in society.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes Antonio's financial situation according to Shylock?

    <p>Antonio is a proud man who is now a beggar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Jessica respond to Launcelot's view on her heritage?

    <p>She believes her husband will provide her salvation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Salerio mean by saying 'There is more difference between your flesh and hers than there is between ink and snow'?

    <p>Shylock has no connection with his daughter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Shylock's identity as a Jew influence his feelings of persecution?

    <p>He views his religion as a source of strength in his struggles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Lorenzo's attitude towards Launcelot's way of speaking?

    <p>He finds it unnecessarily complicated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Shylock imply will happen if a Jew harms a Christian?

    <p>The punishment will be revenge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jessica say about the happiness Bassanio must maintain?

    <p>It should reflect his worthiness for heaven.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What humorous remark does Launcelot make regarding dinner preparations?

    <p>He states that their stomachs are ready.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Lorenzo think about people who use clever words?

    <p>They often fail to convey meaningful thoughts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about Launcelot's character from his dialogue?

    <p>He enjoys playful banter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Jessica perceive her husband's merits?

    <p>She believes he is a perfect husband.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Act 3, Scene 1: A Street in Venice

    • Solanio and Salerio discuss Antonio's lost ship
    • Reports of Antonio's ship lost between England and France
    • Shylock arrives, described as "the Devil in the mask of a Jew."
    • Shylock expresses anger that his daughter has left home
    • Salerio comments on the natural desire of young birds to leave home
    • Shylock expresses disappointment and pain at his daughter's departure
    • Shylock and Salerio discuss Antonio's lost ship at sea.
    • Shylock is portrayed as a greedy moneylender.
    • Salerio questions Shylock's willingness to take Antonio's flesh as payment for debt.

    Act 3, Scene 2: Belmont

    • A messenger delivers Antonio's message to Salerio and Solanio at his house.
    • Tubal brings news to Shylock from Genoa
    • Tubal informs Shylock that his daughter is missing.
    • Shylock expresses his dismay about his daughter's disappearance
    • Shylock expresses anger and frustration.

    Act 3, Scene 3: A Street in Venice

    • Shylock interrupts excitedly, expressing frustration about bad luck
    • Tubal reports Antonio's ship lost at sea.
    • Shylock expresses joy at the bad luck of Antonio and the loss of his money.
    • Shylock's daughter had spent 80 ducats in a single night in Genoa.
    • Shylock shows his anger and displeasure, expressing his desire for revenge.

    Act 3, Scene 4: Belmont

    • Bassanio, Portia, Gratiano, Nerissa, and the servants enter Portia's house.
    • Portia encourages Bassanio to choose his destiny.
    • Portia's servants will serve Bassanio and his friends
    • Bassanio finds a picture of Portia in a box.
    • Gratiano and Nerissa welcome Bassanio and Portia.
    • Bassanio is given a ring by Portia as a symbol of their love.

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