Exploring 3.1
1. In this scene, Shylock's very first words give the impression of a man pushed beyond the limits. Earlier in the play (2.8), Salarino and Solanio have shown they have no sympathy for him. They call him things like 'villain', 'dog', and 'devil'.
How do you feel about Shylock's double loss? Use lines which show the following for your evidence: hurt, rage, complete loneliness.
Answer in PEE paragraphs where possible.
2. Do you think he cares more about losing the ducats or his daughter? Why? Which does he mention first?
3. Shylock is powerless to get either his daughter or his money back. Antonio, however, is in his power. Find his first mention of revenge.
4. Look at Shylock's speech on page 77 (lines 42 to 57). Here Shylock talks about how Jews are people too, that they are made in the same way as Christians. Do you find any sympathy for him at this point in the play? Is he right in his conclusion?
5. This scene has been described as the turning point of the play. How far do you agree with this? Why?
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