Question

why does bassanio use the metaphor of friendship between snow and fire​

Answer 1

Bassanio said these words in Act III Sc II of William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice.

Explanation:

• These words were spoken in The Merchant of Venice written by William Shakespeare.

• "Snow and fire" is said by Bassanio to Portia, the rich heiress of Belmont.
• According to Bassanio, Snow and fire are contrasting elements to each other and so is his love for Portia and treachery.
• Portia was suspicious of Bassanio if his intentions of marrying her were pure or not. Bassanio assured Portia that his love for her is completely true and honest.