Act Three, Scene Three

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. (I oft delivered from his forfeitures many that have at times made moan to me.')

• Why can the Duke not ‘deny the course of law’ according to Antonio? (Because it would pose a threat to how the city of Venice makes it's money. )

• 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.

• Do you think Antonio’s feelings towards Bassanio have changed since the beginning, why? yes because they hardly talking anymore

• Shylock refuses to consider the idea of Mercy, but demands Justice. Consider the following ideas:

• Is mercy the same as forgiveness?
• Is it easier to show mercy or look for revenge?
• Is justice the same as fairness?
• Is true justice possible in this case?