Question

compare and contrast between the character of Antonio and portia

Answer 1

similarities:

1.Both are in a state of melancholy in the beginning of their opening scenes  

2.Both are kind hearted

3.Poritia loved bassanio as a lover and Antonio loved him as a friend.

Answer 2

Answer:

Portia's mood is similar to Antonio's at the start of Scene 2 because they are both unhappy at the moment. Portia is looking for a husband, but there isn't some who she truly loves. Antonio is sad because his friend Bassanio is leaving himPortia and Antonio both share their sadness with those close to them. While Antonio talks with Solanio and Salarino, Portia finds support in Nerrisa.

Both the characters are good in terms of virtue or morality and they themselves are not responsible for their melancholy. While for Portia it is her father who had made her bound by the terms of his will, it is the natural forces or some unknown reason that brings about Antonio’s sadness.

Both are disturbed by their melancholy and wish to come out of this.