Question

What advice does Bassanio give Gratiano towards the end of the scene ? How does Gratiano respond to this ?​

Answer 1

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At the end of his speech, Gratiano advises Antonio not to be one of those who try to gain a reputation for wisdom by being silent. He further tells Antonio not to use melancholy as a bait to win the reputation of wisdom and cheap popularity, which is like a worthless cheap fish, a gudgeon