compare and contrast the character of antonio and bassanio
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Antonio is introduced in the scene as a rich merchant having many shipping ventures at sea. He is in a state of melancholy and not interested in love. Loyalty and generosity towards Bassanio are the major traits of his character. Compared to Antonio, Bassanio is shown as a spendthrift young gallant, who lives a life of luxury beyond his means. He seems to take undue advantage of Antonio's generosity. Unlike Antonio, he is a romantic man, who wants to marry Portia, a rich and beautiful heiress from Belmont.
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Antonio is a loyal, generous friend, who funds Bassanio's trip to Belmont. ... In contrast, Bassanio is a young, impulsive individual, who is deeply in love with Portia. Unlike Antonio, Bassanio is not wealthy and has squandered all of his money, which is why he asks Antonio to loan him money in the first place.
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