Act Two, Scene Nine
Why does the Prince of Aragon discard the golden caskets?
Because he thinks the gold one will have the thing he will want but he doesn't trust the gold one so he opens the silver one What does his interpretation of the inscription tell us about his character? He is a very desperate man that wants to open a casket but does not know what one to choose.
What is Portia’s reaction to Bassanio’s arrival?
She is afraid that it might be a Bassanio's family member or related to him
Act Three, Scene One
What is the second suggestion of misfortune for Antonio- find a quote.
They are saying that Antonio was the one that made the expensive ship sink
Who has been looking for Lorenzo and Jessica, how do we know?
Shylock because salarino is saying that he already
Where do Shylock and Tubal arrange to meet and with what purpose?
they plan to meet at the synagogue
What is the purpose of the rhymes in the caskets? The purpose of the casket is to see who is a fool and who isn't a fool
Why does Shylock assume Solanio and Salerio know of Jessica’s flight?
knew that he knew his daughter was going to run away
Act Three, Scene Two
Why does Portia want Bassanio to delay his choice?
she is saying to wit a day or two or she will lose his company
What makes Bassanio choose lead over the silver and gold caskets? find the quotes in the text to support your thinking.
He chooses the 3rd casket
What does Portia’s speech A3S2 L166-174 reveal about the expected roles of a woman in marriage?.
She is his he has to be honest with her
What did Gratiano’s and Nerissa’s wish to marry depend on?
Portia and bassanio
How does Portia know that the letter contains bad news?
because on basanios facial being down or pale
What help does Portia offer straightaway?
Money to help antonio
Why do we not expect this help to be successful?
Do you think Portia would still be in love with Bassanio if she knew he had lied about his wealth?
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