Act I
Why is Anthony sad, despite his wealth?
We do not know the reason for his sadness
what is conveyed in Jessica's letter to Lorenzo?
Declaration of love and plan for escape
What is the name of the ship of Antonio's that is sunk?
Rialto
How do the courts react to Shylocks demands for a pound of flesh?
What happens to shylock at the end of the play?
He is forced to convert to Christianity
Why does Bassanio Want to marry Portia?
For her wealth and beauty
why does Shylock go to Bassanio's dinner?
To spy on his enemies
What is Portia's plan with Nerissa to help Antonio
Disguise themselves as men
Why will Shylock not show mercy to Antonio?
He wants revenge against Christians
what are the loan terms that Shylock gives to Antonio
A pound of flesh
what does Salarino hear about Antonio's ships?
they have been lost in a storm
how does Shylock react to his daughter's betrayal?
He vows to get revenge
Why are Bassanio and Gratiano's rings given away
They want to show their gratitude to Portia for saving Antonio
What are Lorenzo and Jessica doing at the beginning of this Act?
comparing their love to previous love stories
why does Shylock agree to loan Antonio money?
To gain revenge
why does Aragon choose the silver casket
he was impressed by the inscription and believes he is most deserving of it
Who is the suitor who chooses the lead chest?
Bassanio
what punishment does Shylock receieve?
He is forced to convert to Christianity.
How does Portia feel about the suitors who come to Belmont?
they are arrogant and foolish
Why doesn't Morocco choose the lead casket
He is drawn to the wealth of the golf casket
Why does Nerissa marry Gratiano?
Bassanio chose the correct chest
How does Portia save Antonio's life?
Finding a loophole that only allows for Shylock to collect the flesh by any foreigner who attempts to kill or plot murder against a citizen will be sentenced to death