Question

Shakespeare has introduced many scenes with comic relief in the play 'The Merchant Of Venice' DISCUSS the importance of each scene considering the reason and need for such scenes

Answer 1

• Light comedy scene is quite tight and keeps the reader engaged

• The scene focuses on Gobbos clowning ways and punning

• Tender exchange between Lorenzo and Jessica brings a sense of comedy and romanticism to the eclectic mix.

• Storyline of merchant Venice is light hearted when matched with other literatures written by William Shakespeare.