The Merchant of Venice

Front

Who is the protagonist known as the 'Merchant of Venice'?

Back

Antonio

Front

Match the quote to the speaker: 'Good heavens! This is my own true father! Being more than part-blind – almost stone-blind in fact – he doesn’t recognize me. I’ll tease him a bit.'

Back

Lancelot

Front

Match the quote to the speaker: 'And at this point his eyes filled with tears, and turning his face away, he stretched out his hand behind him. With astonishing, profound affection, he shook Bassanio’s hand. And so they parted.'

Back

Salerio

Front

Match the character or item to the allusion used in the play to describe Shylock: 'The monster Scylla'

Back

Shylock

Front

Match the quote to the speaker: 'When it suits his purpose, the Devil can quote the Scriptures.'

Back

Antonio

Front

What is the significance of the character Shylock in 'The Merchant of Venice'?

Back

Shylock represents the theme of mercy vs. justice and the complexities of human emotion.

Front

Define the term 'allusion' as used in literature.

Back

An allusion is a reference to a person, place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary or political significance.

Front

What does the character Bassanio seek in the play?

Back

Bassanio seeks to win the love of Portia and secure financial support from Antonio.

Front

Explain the theme of mercy in 'The Merchant of Venice'.

Back

The theme of mercy is central to the play, highlighting the conflict between mercy and justice, especially in Shylock's trial.

Front

Who is Portia and what role does she play in the story?

Back

Portia is a wealthy heiress who disguises herself as a male lawyer to save Antonio.