Merchant of venice workbook answers act 2 scene 4
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Following are the answers for workbook questions, act 2 scene 4,
Ans i:
Lorenzo and his friends basically decided to change their getup because of the Masquerade party, they organized for Bassanio. For this party they wanted to disguise themselves.
Such an event had been organized in the Elizabeth time period as well. Over there would be masks and costumes and music and dancing, etc.
Ans ii:
The torch bearer is actually Jessica. She was the one who was dressed up like the torch bearer. She was dressed like that because Jessica and Lorenzo were going to run away.
Ans iii:
Lorenzo was brought a letter which contained details about his running away plans with Jessica. This letter was brought by Lancelot to him who had guessed by the handwriting regarding who it belonged to.
Ans iv) It was Bassanio's dinner party and Shylock was invited by Lancelot.
Ans v) This dinner party was a trap. Since Jessica's father was busy there, she could easily run away with Lorenzo.