act 2 scene 1
- This scene opens with the words ‘Mislike me not for my complexion’ Why does the Prince think Portia will have a problem with his complexion?
- In Act 1 if Antonio loses his gamble, he must forfeit a pound of flesh. What must Portia’s suitors give up if they fail to win her? A2S1 Line 37-42
- Portia tells the Prince of Morocco- ‘Yourself, renowned prince, then stood as fair as any comer I have looked on yet for my affection’ What does this mean? (if you’re unsure check sparknotes translation)
- Shylock practices ‘usury’. Explain this in your own words? The acted of loaning money to someone.
- Why do Shylock and Antonio hate each other? Because of religious beliefs. Antonio is a Christian
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