Question

Did Shylock actually get justice according to the bond? Explain​

Answer 1

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The duke has nothing but unkind words for Shylock. He calls him, “A stony adversary, an inhuman wretch / uncapable of pity, void and empty / From any dram of mercy.” This description recalls much of the antisemitic language in the play that refers to the Jewish Shylock as less than human.

Shylock, with Antonio is the major character in the play, at times referred to as a villain and sometimes a victim. The audience would not enjoy Shylock attaining power especially over Bassanio , who is a Christian. The word “bond” is a key word used consistently through the play especially by Shylock.