The Merchant of Venice: Writer's Methods and Techniques (AQA GCSE English Literature): Flashcards
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Dramatic irony in courtroom effect
Dramatic irony in courtroom effect
Heightens tension and Shylock's downfall
Pound of flesh symbolism
Pound of flesh symbolism
Rigid and merciless justice that Shylock seeks
What does Portia's mercy symbolize?
What does Portia's mercy symbolize?
Humane and forgiving aspects of law
Caskets symbolism
Caskets symbolism
Appearance versus reality theme
Venice setting represents
Venice setting represents
Commerce and legal dealings
Belmont setting represents
Belmont setting represents
Love and harmony
Purpose of Venice/Belmont juxtaposition
Purpose of Venice/Belmont juxtaposition
Contrasts values; explores love, mercy, justice
Characters who speak in prose
Characters who speak in prose
Shylock and servants
Characters who speak in verse
Characters who speak in verse
Noble characters like Portia and Antonio
Why alternate prose and verse?
Why alternate prose and verse?
Shows social class and scene tone
Law in courtroom scene shows
Law in courtroom scene shows
Tool of justice and means of manipulation
Portia's legal acumen effect
Portia's legal acumen effect
Turns Shylock's justice demand against him