Here is Act Three, Scene Three:
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 answer.
he has no money cuse is daughter ran away with his money
Why can the Duke not ‘deny the course of law’ according to Antonio?
He is like everyone else
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. They grant you justis
Do you think Antonio’s feelings towards Bassanio have changed since the beginning, why?
Yes their friend is better than it was before
Shylock refuses to consider the idea of Mercy, but demands Justice. Consider the following ideas:
- Is mercy the same as forgiveness? yes
- Is it easier to show mercy or look for revenge? show mercy
- Is justice the same as fairness? yes
- Is true justice possible in this case? no
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