Question

portia:Inquire the Jew’s house out, give him this deed,

And let him sign it. We will away tonight,

And be a day before our husbands’ home,

This deed will be well welcome to Lorenzo

Enter Gratiano

Gratiano:

Fair Sir, you are well overtaken.

My Lord Bassanio, upon more advice,

Hath sent you here ring, and doth entreat

You company at dinner.

i) Which deed is referred to in the extract? What are the contents of the deed? Why will Lorenzo be

happy to have the deed? [2]

ii) Where is Portia going that night? Why should she reach home before her husband? [2]

iii) Under what pretext was she away from home? [2]

iv) Why does Gratiano overtake her? [2]

v) What role does the ring episode play?​

Answer 1

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