Monday, December 12, 2016

Mon. Dec. 12, 2016: Merchant of Venice: Act IV

Today, we read up to Act IV, scene 1, line 215 (we finished reading all of page 190 and will start tomorrow on page 191) of The Merchant of Venice. If you were not here, you will need to read this section and answer the following questions:

Act III

Why is Shylock angry with Antonio's gaoler (Jailer)?
What does Launcelot believe will happen to Jessica when she dies?
What does Launcelot think is her only hope of getting out of this lousy end of life situation?
What crime has Launcelot committed that shows he's not very virtuous?

Act IV
What do Portia and Nerissa do when their husbands leave?
In court, Portia tries to reason with Shylock. What is the difference between justice and mercy?

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