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Who is Portia speaking to ? Where is she at the present ? To whom does the term beggar refers to in the above extract ?​

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Answered by wajahatkincsem
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Answer:

The expression has been taken from the Shakespearean play "Merchant of Venice."

Explanation:

  • Portia is the romantic heroine of the poem who is very sharp, wise, and quick-minded.
  • She reaches the court to save Antonio who was facing the rage of Shylock.
  • In the given passage, Portia is being referred to as a beggar as she was begging Bassanio to choose the right casket.  

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