Question

Portia: Go draw aside the curtains, and discover The several caskets to this noble prince — Now make your choice. Morocco: The first, of gold, who this inscription bears, “Who chooseth me shall gain what many men desire”;

(i) Who is Morocco? How did he introduce himself to Portia when they first met in an earlier scene?

(ii) How would Morocco know that he had made the right choice? What would his reward be?

(iii) Which casket did Morocco finally choose? What reasons did he give for rejecting the casket made of lead?

(iv) What two objects does Morocco find in the casket of his choice? What reason does he give to Portia for leaving in haste?

(v) How does Portia respond to Morocco’s parting words? What does this reveal of her nature? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

(I) Morocco is a materialistic man and chooses by outward show. he can only understand outer show and glitter. Morocco is a prince who has come to Belmont to win Portia's hand in marriage. He introduced himself by the "Flourish of cornets" and tells Portia not to dislike hum because of his complexions.

(ii) Morocco would know if he had made the right choice if he chooses the casket that contains the portait of Portia . His rewards would be to win Portia's hand in marriage.