CHARACTERS CHARACTERISTICS
Who is Antonio’s best friend?
Bassanio
How many years ago was the play written?
400
Why does Bassanio need money?
To marry Potria
What does Bassanio’s choice of the lead casket symbolize?
Valuing inner worth over outward appearance
Antonio borrows money from Shylock for himself. True or false
false
Name of Bassanio´s wife
Portia
comedy or tragedy?
comedy
Where does Portia live?
Belmont
Shylock is the villian?
No. There is not any villian
What religion is Shylock forced to convert to?
Christianity
Who is Nerissa?
Portia´s maid
Where is the play set?
Venice / Belmont
Why did Portia marry Bassanio?
He chooses the lead box
What is the main message of the play: mercy or revenge?
Mercy
Where does the trial scene take place?
Venice
Who disguises herself as a lawyer in court?
Portia
The last adaptation is a play by The Royal Shakespeare Company. True or false?
True
What does Shylock ask for if Antonio cannot repay the loan?
one pound of flesh
What does Portia represent?
She is an intelligent and strategic woman in a male-dominated society.
Why does Portia disguise herself as a lawyer?
To save Antonio in court.
What is the name of Shylock daughter?
Jessica
when did Shakespeare wrote "The merchant of venice"
1596 to 1598
Why can´t Antonio led money to Bassanio immediately?
His money is invested in ships that travel across the sea. This means his money is always at risk.
What does Portia argue is more important than the law in the trial scene?
Mercy
Bassanio chooses the gold casket. True or false
False