The Merchant of Venice (AQA GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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When was The Merchant of Venice written?
When was The Merchant of Venice written?
Late 16th century
What is Shylock's profession in the play?
What is Shylock's profession in the play?
Moneylender
What is Shylock's religion?
What is Shylock's religion?
Jewish
How were Jews often treated in England during the late 16th century?
How were Jews often treated in England during the late 16th century?
With suspicion & prejudice
What attitudes does Shylock's portrayal reflect?
What attitudes does Shylock's portrayal reflect?
Anti-Semitic attitudes
Which theme is explored in The Merchant of Venice?
Which theme is explored in The Merchant of Venice?
Justice
In which period were justice, mercy & law hot topics?
In which period were justice, mercy & law hot topics?
Elizabethan England
What does the bond between Shylock & Antonio reflect?
What does the bond between Shylock & Antonio reflect?
Tensions between justice & mercy
What does 'strict justice' mean in the play's context?
What does 'strict justice' mean in the play's context?
Demanding the letter of the law
What does 'mercy' mean in the play's context?
What does 'mercy' mean in the play's context?
Showing compassion