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Tuesday, 20 March 2018

Act 2 Scene 9


Act 2 Scene 9

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What is the purpose of the rhymes in the caskets?

To chose the right casket and know what you deserve.


Why does the Prince of Aragon discard the golden caskets? What does his interpretation of the inscription tell us about his character?

He thinks that every other man that has come to meet him will choose that casket because Portia deserves to be in the golden casket.

What is Portia’s reaction to Bassanio’s arrival?
Doesn't care as much.

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