| what is Antonio’s emotional state at the beginning of the play? | Antonio is sad and he doesnt know why he is sad |
| what does solanio think is the reason why Antonio is sad? | He says he is too worried about his ship, and later he says that he is in love |
| What opinion does Bassanio give of Gratiano? | He says that he talks too much |
| What is Bassanios problem? | He doesn’t have enough money, he wants to borrow money so he can go to Belmont and see Portia |
| What is the relationship between Bassanio and Antonio? | They are really good friends |
| What does Antonio offer Bassanio? | He offers Bassanio credit |
| What is Portia’s father’s will? | whoever wants to marry Portia |
| Why did Shylock say no to the dinner invitation? | Because of his Jewish beliefs and they are planning on eating pig |
| What does Bassanio want from Shylock? | 3000 ducats for 3 months |
| Why does Shylock hate Antonio? | Because he is a Christian, he doesn’t use interest and he makes fun of him |
| How is Bassanio related to Antonio? | Bassanio is his cousin |
| Who is Portia’s maidservant? | Nerissa |
| What was Portia’s complain about Falconbridge? | He can only speak English |
| What does Shylock ask for if Antonio can’t pay back the loan? | a pound of flesh, to be cut off of Antonio wherever Shylock chooses |
| What does Portia’s mean when she describes the price of Morocco as ” having the complexion of a devil”? | She is saying that he is Black |
The Merchant Of Venice Act 1 Quest.
July 3, 2019