the mercant of venice

Act Three, Scene Four

1. Finish this quote that shows Lorenzo’s opinion of Antonio? ‘But if you knew of whom you show this honour, how true a gentleman you send relief’ (Black Pg. 131, Blue Pg.78) 
2. What does Portia tell Lorenzo she intends to do? (Black Pg. 133, Blue Pg.79) I think Portia is going to help save Antonio.
3. What does she ask Lorenzo and Jessica to do for her and why?

to look after her house until Bassanio comes back

1. Why do Portia and Nerissa intend to travel dressed as men?

to hide their identity and tell off shylock

1. Finish this quote which shows how Portia describes the behaviour and attitudes of young men. ‘Like a fine bragging youth, and tell quaint lies, How honourable ladies sought my love, Which I denying, they fell sick and died.
2. ’ (Black Pg. 135, Blue Pg.81) 
3. Does it seem likely that Portia is going to follow the expected behaviour of a wife?

Not entirely she is going to disobey (olden times men are the boss women has to listen) and save Antonio dressed as a man.

Act Three, Scene Five

1. In his jokey conversation with Jessica, why is Launcelot against the conversion of Jews to Christianity?

I think that Lancelot does not want to talk about the conversion of Jews to Christianity because the jews have to learn a lot of different rules.

2. What is Jessica’s opinion of Portia?

Jessicas opinion on Portia is great, Warm and a blessing to be with (page five on speaker notes)