act 2 sence3

Act Three, Scene Three:

1. Antonio is now convinced that he knows the reason for Shylock’s insistence on claiming his bond. What is it, use a quote from the text to support your answer.
2. that the ship sank

1. Why can the Duke not ‘deny the course of law’ according to Antonio?
2. that he all ready have a deal
3. 
   
4. What does Antonio seem resigned to his fate? What two important realisations is this based on? Use lines 8, 21-24, 26-31 to help you.
5. that he ever

1. Do you think Antonio’s feelings towards Bassanio have changed since the beginning, why?

no, because they are in the juice

1. Shylock refuses to consider the idea of Mercy but demands Justice. Consider the following ideas:

• Is mercy the same as forgiveness?
• no
• Is it easier to show mercy or look for revenge?
• no
• Is justice the same as fairness?
• yes
• Is true justice possible in this case?#

yes