Introduction (Junior Cert English): Flashcards
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When Merchant of Venice was written
When Merchant of Venice was written
Between 1596 and 1599
Three main themes in Merchant of Venice
Three main themes in Merchant of Venice
Racial prejudice, justice, revenge
Why it's called a 'problem play'
Why it's called a 'problem play'
Blends comedy with serious social issues
What Venice represents in the play
What Venice represents in the play
Commercial heart, business, law, harsh reality
What Belmont represents in the play
What Belmont represents in the play
Love, romance, mercy, magical estate
Antonio's defining mood/characteristic
Antonio's defining mood/characteristic
Melancholy/unexplained sadness
Shylock's bond condition if not repaid
Shylock's bond condition if not repaid
A pound of flesh from Antonio's body
Portia's father's test for suitors
Portia's father's test for suitors
Choose correctly among three caskets (gold, silver, lead)
What causes Antonio's financial crisis
What causes Antonio's financial crisis
His ships are reported lost at sea
Portia's disguise in courtroom
Portia's disguise in courtroom
Young male lawyer
Shylock's dual role in the play
Shylock's dual role in the play
Both antagonist and victim
Portia's strongest qualities
Portia's strongest qualities
Intelligence, wit, moral strength
Bassanio's main character flaw
Bassanio's main character flaw
Irresponsible with money matters
Shylock's quote about shared humanity
Shylock's quote about shared humanity
If you prick us, do we not bleed?