Question

Describe the character of shylock
in act-2​

Answer 1

Shylock is not a likeable character in any parts of the play, but he is a sympathetic figure in some of the play's scenes. Act 2, however, contains a mostly negative portrayal of the usurer. 1. First, in Act 2, Scene 5, Shylock is harsh with the imbecilic Lancelet and cold with his daughter Jessica.

Answer 2

Answer:

1. First, in Act 2, Scene 5, Shylock is harsh with the imbecilic Lancelet and cold with his daughter Jessica. He whines about having to go to a party and has nothing positive to say about anything.

2. Next, in Act 2, Scene 8, Solanio and Solario describe Shylock's horror at finding his daughter gone with his jewels and money. Instead of bemoaning the loss of his only child, Shylock greedily cries over his lost possessions.