Question

Now, by two-headed Janus,
Nature hath framed strange fellows in her time
Some that will evermore peep through their eyes
And laugh like parrots at a bagpiper.
And others of such vinegar aspect
That they’ll not show their teeth in way of smile
Though Nestor swear the jest be laughable.

1. What does Antonio say about his business venture prior to the above passage?
2. Please explain the allusion to Jason and how is it linked to the given context?
3. Explain:
i. Some that will evermore peep through their eyes
ii. And others of such vinegar aspect
4. Who was Nestor and why has he been mentioned in the text?
5. Who is/are going to enter the scene after the above passage?

Answer 1

Answer:

Now, by two-headed Janus, Nature hath framed strange fellows in her time: Some that will evermore peep through their eyes, And laugh like parrots at a bag-piper; And other of such vinegar aspect, That they'll not show their teeth in way of smile, Through Nestor swear the jest be laughable.

Explanation: