Act 3 scene three

Act three scene three

1. Antonio is now convinced that he knows the reason for Shylock’s insistence on claiming his bond. What is it, use quote from the text to support your

This is the fool that lent out money gratis.

Jailer, look to him.Jailer, look to him. Tell not me of mercy.

2. Why can the Duke not ‘deny the course of law’ according to Antonio? If somebody kills someone and doesnt go to jail then everyone will be let out of jail for the same crime.

3. What does Antonio seem resigned to his fate. What two important realisations is this based on? Use lines 8, 21-24, 26-31 to help you. "For the commodity that strangers have with us in venice, if it be denied, will much impeach the justice of the state, since that the trade and profit of the city consisteth of all nations."

4. Do you think Antonio’s feelings towards Bassanio have changed since the beginning, why? Not really

5. Shylock refuses to consider the idea of Mercy, but demands Justice. Consider the following ideas:

Is mercy the same as forgiveness? No
Is it easier to show mercy or look for revenge? show mercy
Is justice the same as fairness? No
Is true justice possible in this case? Yes