Question

Merchant of Venice Ch4


Who are the people at court and why are they gathered
there?

please answer it's urgent...​

Answer 1

Answer: pPeople present in the court at the starting of the scene are the Duke, the Magnificoes, Antonio, Bassanio, Gratiano, Salerio, and others.

They are gathered there to hear the judgement related to Antonio's death. They are awaiting for Shylock to show mercy on Antonio. The much awaited Trial scene will decide the fate of Antonio.