Question

why does Shylock adopt a pleasant tone after giving his proposal of the bond ​

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Answer:

(v) Why does Shylock adopt a pleasant tone after giving his proposal of the 'merry' bond ? Answer: Shylock wants Antonio to sign his proposed bond so that he may take his revenge. So in order to give the impression that there is nothing serious or dangerous about the bond he adopts a pleasant, amiable tone.