Question

Shylock at times appears more as a victim than a villain in the drama. Do you agree with the statement? Why/ why not?


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Answer 1

Answer:

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Explanation:

There may be examples where Shylock is portrayed as a victim in this scene, but there are also numerous cases where Shylock is described as a villain. Although Antonio may have been abusing Shylock there are also numerous occurrences where Shylock is abusing Antonio. “ I hate him for he is a Christian.” Here we can see how Shylock has some racial issues with Antonio, and therefore it can argued that he has a villainous streak. One of the most disturbing and conclusive pieces of evidence that prove he is a villain is the point at which he demands Antonio’s flesh; “ Of your fair flesh, to be cut off and taken in what part of your body pleaseth me.” This truly shows his villainous side, as he is demanding flesh as a forfeit in his bargain with Antonio. Not just simply some money or some of his possessions but instead he is demanding flesh. In my opinion this clearly shows how Shylock is a villain.