Solanio and Salerio say that the rumor that Antonio has lost one of his ships is still going around. Shylock accuses them of having known about Jessica running away. Shylock is very hurt and angry at Jessica's leaving and makes it clear that he will have revenge on Antonio if he defaults. He speaks of of Jews' and Christians' common humanity. Shylock goes on about revenge for a while more. When Salerio and Solanio leave Shylock's friend, Tubal, reports on his search for Jessica. Tubal tells Shylock about Antonio second ship going down. He also tells of Jessica's spending spree. Shylock starts making arrangements for Antonio's forfeit.
The Merchant of Venice Act 3 Scene 1 Questions
1.Why does Shylock assume Solanio and Salerio know of Jessica’s flight?
They are friends with Lorenzo, therefore would be in on the plan.
2. What is the second suggestion of misfortune for Antonio- find a quote.
His ships have sunk "Yes, other men have ill luck too. Antonio, as I heard in Genoa-" "Hath a argosy cast away coming from Tripolis" " I spoke with some the the sailors that escaped the wreak"
His ships have sunk "Yes, other men have ill luck too. Antonio, as I heard in Genoa-" "Hath a argosy cast away coming from Tripolis" " I spoke with some the the sailors that escaped the wreak"
3.Who has been looking for Lorenzo and Jessica, how do we know.
Shylock and Tubal. They have been talking about where they are.
Shylock and Tubal. They have been talking about where they are.
4.Where do Shylock and Tubal arrange to meet and with what purpose?
at the Synagogue to do their trades. As they are jews they can't do it in public.
The Merchant of Venice Act 3 Scene 2 summary
Bassanio has arrived and Portia is trying to get him to wait in his choice so she can spend time with him incase he chooses wrong, she will still be able to see him for a while. Bassano, on the other hand,can not bear to wait. Portia requests that music will be played while he is choosing. He takes his time, but settles on the lead. Portia picture lies within, therefore he has won. As they are celebrating Gratino and Nerisa anous that they will also be getting married........
That is all the time I have for this. You can come up will how the story ends.
This is also the last English for 2019. Good bye and see you next year.
at the Synagogue to do their trades. As they are jews they can't do it in public.
The Merchant of Venice Act 3 Scene 2 summary
Bassanio has arrived and Portia is trying to get him to wait in his choice so she can spend time with him incase he chooses wrong, she will still be able to see him for a while. Bassano, on the other hand,can not bear to wait. Portia requests that music will be played while he is choosing. He takes his time, but settles on the lead. Portia picture lies within, therefore he has won. As they are celebrating Gratino and Nerisa anous that they will also be getting married........
That is all the time I have for this. You can come up will how the story ends.
This is also the last English for 2019. Good bye and see you next year.
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