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Tuesday 12 June 2018

The Merchant of Venice: Shakespeare study (Part 3)

We have watched racial and religious tensions at work in A1S3. The Prince of Morocco opens A2S1 with another sensitive issue. What is it?
The skin complexion issue and racism.

If Antonio loses his gamble, he must forfeit a pound of flesh. What must Portia’s suitors give up if they fail to win her?
If Portia's suitors pick the wrong casket, he must never marry another woman.

Shylock practices ‘usury’. What is this?
The practice of interest.

Why do Shylock and Antonio hate each other?
Shylock is a Jew and Antonio is a Christian. There is also the matter of Antonio spitting on Shylock, calling him a dog and kicking him.

What is Portia’s opinion of the Prince of Morocco- give examples.
He is the favourite of her suitors so far.

What am I learning? I'm learning to be able to answer questions about a text.
How does this work show my learning?
It proves I can show evidence from the text.
What am I wondering? How much racism is still in the world?

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