Question

Conclusion for the trial scene in merchant of Venice

Answer 1

In the opening scene, we see that Antonio is with his friends Salarino and Salanio. Antonio is in melancholic mood and he tells that he does not know the reason for his sadness. He says that he don't know the origin of his sadness. His friends tell that the reason for his sadness maybe love or his concerns about his business ventures.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Act IV, Scene I of William Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice involves the climactic court scene in which Shylock and Antonio confront one another, in person, before Portia, who will determine Antonio's fate.

Portia uses her clever wit to save Antonio. she says that sure, the words are "a pound of flesh" but she analyzes the bond and quickly finds out that there is no "blood" written in it. So she uses that as a advantage against Shylock and wins the case.

Portia says the bond allows for a pound of flesh, but not for the shedding of blood. Shylock can take the pound of flesh but he cannot take any blood. He would forfeit all of his goods to Venice. Shylock takes a drop of Christian blood from Antonio, then the law of Venice states that Venice can confiscate his land and goods. Shylock has already refused the offer in court, and he will receive only the law, just as he asked for.

Portia is the central figure of the dramatic trial. Her role is significant. Her verdict of the trial is symbolic of the victory of good overcoming evil. The Merchant of Venice is the conflict between self interest and love. Shylock loses the case, his properties and his dignity. Justice eventually comes out triumphantly.