The merchant of Venice - shake spare

The merchant of Venice - shake spare

Questions

Act one scene one
1. Antonio is depressed without knowing why? What two possible reasons do his
friends suggest? He is in love, and his boats might sink
2. Do you think that Gratonio's contributions help Antonio's mood? Yes
3. What are your first impressions of Bassanio He is willing to do stuff and he is poor
4. Is he in love Yes
5. Why does he need to borrow money again now? To get married

Act one scene two
1. How do Portia's first words compare with Antonio's? The are both sad
2. What is the reason for her mood She cant find the right man
3. Do you think Nerissa is a help to her Yes
4. Sum up in one word or phrase, Portia's attitude towards the suitors Mean

Act one scene three
1. Shylock is a moneylender. Does he seem eager to do business with Bassanio?
How do you know? Yes, Because he Shylock says ¨I think I may take his bond.¨
2. Which does Shylock think is safe, his business or Antonio’s? Why? Because he gives a list of reason for his safe
3. Why doesn’t Shylock want to dine with Bassanio and Antonio? They serve pork and Jews dont eat pork because they are dirty and they are different religions
4. What strict principal of his is Antonio breaking to help Bassanio? He will pay interest Antonio doesn't like to pay interest
5. Shylock tells a bible story to prove that the taking of profit is blessed,
as long as thieving is not involved. Does he convince Antonio? Give evidence. No he doesn't because Antonio says its the work of god
6. Shylock accuses Antonio of a whole catalogue of nastiness. How does
Antonio answer the charges? Yes Antonio do that and i will do it again
7. How does Bassanio react to the proposed bond? He doesn't want Antonio to take his bond

Act two scene one

Act two scene two

Act Two, Scene Three

1. What does Jessica think of her life at home? Its hell
2. Complete this quotes:

A- ‘Our house is hell, and thou, a merry devil’ L2

3. Which of Bassanio’s friends is Jessica planning to marry? Launcelot

Act Two, Scene Four

1. How does Jessica get a message to her lover? With a letter
2. How will she be disguised for the elopement? Door man
3. Complete this quote ‘What pages suit she hath in readiness’

Act Two, Scene Five

1. How does Shylock feel about going out for the evening? Mad
2. Complete these quotes:

"And they have conspired together." L22

"There is some ill a-brewing towards my rest, for I did dream of money bags tonight." L18