In Belmont is a lady richly left; And she is fair, and, fairer than that word, Of wondrous virtues: sometimes from her eyes I did receive fair speechless messages:
1 a. Who is the speaker addressing? Where is he? What is the occasion?
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Answers
The speaker is Bassanio, and he is talking to Antonio. The text does not clearly state where exactly Bassanio is, but it is evident that he is with Antonio, somewhere in Venice.
The meaning of the word 'occasion' in the question is unclear. It could mean either of the two- Bassanio wanting to talk to Antonio about Portia, or his visit to Portia’s house in Belmont . He needs financial help from Antonio, to sponsor his trip to Belmont, so that he can present himself as a suitor for Portia. He feels that she is also fond of him and he stands a good chance of winning her hand in marriage.
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