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What was the irony at the end of the play The Merchant of Venice?
The irony is that Shylock is obsessed with Jessica keeping his possessions under lock and key while he is gone, not realizing he is about to lose what to him is his chief possession, Jessica herself—and to a Christian man at that.
What is the main message of The Merchant of Venice?
The main theme of The Merchant of Venice is the conflict between self interest and love. On the surface level, the major difference between Shylock the Jew and the Christian characters of the play is their level of compassion.
What lessons can we learn from The Merchant of Venice?
The Merchant of Venice teaches us that we need financial means to support our family and live a comfortable lifestyle. At the same time, financial decisions must not be taken hastily, especially if you want to secure your family`s financial future and grow your wealth.
Is Antonio happy at the end of the play?
Antonio ends the play as happily as he can, restored to wealth even if not delivered into love. Without a mate, he is indeed the “tainted wether”—or castrated ram—of the flock, and he will likely return to his favorite pastime of moping about the streets of Venice (IV.
What advice does Shylock give to Jessica?
Worried by a premonition that trouble is brewing, Shylock asks Jessica to keep the doors locked and not look out at the revelry taking place in the streets. Launcelot whispers to Jessica that she must disobey her father and look out the window for the Christian who “will be worth a Jewës eye” (II…
What happens to Shylock in the end?
In the end – due to the efforts of Antonio’s well-wisher, Portia – Shylock is charged with attempted murder of a Christian, carrying a possible death penalty, and Antonio is freed without punishment. Shylock is then ordered to surrender half of his wealth and property to the state and the other half to Antonio.
Who marries Nerissa in the story?
Gratiano
Nerissa marries Bassanio’s friend Gratiano who traveled with him to Belmont.
How did Portia defeat Shylock?
Portia, dressed as a man and impersonating a lawyer, manages to save Antonio’s life and to disgrace and thwart Shylock by providing a close reading and interpretation of Shylock’s written agreement with Antonio.
Who will save Jessica from being damned?
Lancelot agrees that Jessica is damned either way. But she points out that she’ll be saved by her husband, who will make her Christian when he marries her.