Nerissa (Junior Cert English): Quizzes
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What is Nerissa's primary role in 'The Merchant of Venice'?
What is Nerissa's primary role in 'The Merchant of Venice'?
Portia's lady-in-waiting & confidante
Which three key characteristics define Nerissa?
Which three key characteristics define Nerissa?
Loyalty, wisdom, & sharp wit
How is the relationship between Nerissa & Portia characterised?
How is the relationship between Nerissa & Portia characterised?
Deep mutual respect & friendship
Nerissa's role extends beyond typical servant to what?
Nerissa's role extends beyond typical servant to what?
Trusted advisor
What role does Nerissa take in the courtroom scene?
What role does Nerissa take in the courtroom scene?
Lawyer's clerk
What does Nerissa's disguise act highlight about her?
What does Nerissa's disguise act highlight about her?
Resourcefulness & challenging norms
Which themes does Nerissa contribute to in the play?
Which themes does Nerissa contribute to in the play?
Loyalty, love, & justice
In which Act & Scene are both supporting quotes from?
In which Act & Scene are both supporting quotes from?
Act 1, Scene 2
Nerissa's relationship with whom provides a subplot?
Nerissa's relationship with whom provides a subplot?
Gratiano
What does Nerissa help orchestrate that allows attending the trial?
What does Nerissa help orchestrate that allows attending the trial?
The disguise plan
What important qualities do we learn from Nerissa?
What important qualities do we learn from Nerissa?
Astute judgement & steadfastness