Question

Portia:
Now he goes,
With no less presence, but with much more love,
Than young Alcides, when he did redeem
The virgin tribute paid by howling Troy.

i.When does Portia speak these lines? In which mood is she?

ii.How does she view Bassanio? Is she right in what she says? How?

iii."Live thou, I live!" What does this line tell us of Portia?

iv.How does Bassanio succeed in wedding Portia later?

v.Mention any four qualities of Portia.​

Answer 1

Answer:

5. Qualities of Portia

Portia is beautiful, gracious, rich, intelligent, and quick-witted, with luxury lifestyle and high standards for her potential romantic partners. She is bound by the lottery set forth in her father's will, which gives potential suitors the chance to choose between three caskets composed of gold, silver and lead.