The Merchant of Venice: Context (OCR GCSE English Literature): Flashcards
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When was The Merchant of Venice written?
When was The Merchant of Venice written?
Late 16th century
How Jews were treated in 16th century England
How Jews were treated in 16th century England
With suspicion and prejudice
Who is Shylock
Who is Shylock
Jewish moneylender
What does Shylock's portrayal reflect?
What does Shylock's portrayal reflect?
Anti-Semitic attitudes of the time
Social issues explored in the play
Social issues explored in the play
Justice, mercy, and the law
What Shylock-Antonio bond shows
What Shylock-Antonio bond shows
Tensions between strict justice & mercy
Strict justice in the play
Strict justice in the play
Demanding the letter of the law
Mercy in the play
Mercy in the play
Showing compassion
16th century England's relationship with Jews
16th century England's relationship with Jews
Complicated, marked by suspicion & prejudice