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William Shakespeare - The Merchant of Venice
This course provides a study guide to accompany a reading of William Shakespeare's romantic comedy, The Merchant of Venice. This play contains some memorable characters, most notably Shylock and Portia, who pitch their wits for the fate of Antonio's pound of flesh.
Modules (8)
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Merchant Logo
Graphic design from a stage production of William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice
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The Merchant of Venice - Act 1 - Plot
These slides present an easy-to-follow overview of the events of Act 1, Scenes 1-3 of Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice. Antonio, Bassanio, Shylock and Portia are introduced. The bond is agreed for a pound of flesh.
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The Merchant of Venice Act 2 - Plot
Act 2 of The Merchant of Venice sets the stage for the many arcs to be reconciled in the last acts. Antonio begins to lose his ships. The three caskets test the suitors. Bassanio travels to Belmont. Jessica elopes with Lorenzo.
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The Merchant of Venice Act 3 - Plot
This Act sees a number of major developments. Bassanio chooses the lead box and wins his prize. Antonio is arrested and awaits trial. Portia schemes to travel to Venice in drag. The comedic play remembers that it is a comedy.
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The Merchant of Venice Acts 4 & 5 - Plot
This is the climax of the play. Antonio, unable to repay his bond is on trial. Shylock wants his pound of flesh. Portia and Nerissa disguise themselves. Bassanio and Gratiano lose their rings.
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Characters in Merchant of venice
Detailed mind map showing major and minor characters in Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice. Character attributes are backed up with quotes and actions from the drama.
Characters in Merchant of Venice
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The Merchant of Venice Quotes with Explanations
These quotes offer valuable insights into the cultural norms of Shakespeare's day, as well as explanations for the actions of his characters. Memorise for exams, or use in an essay.
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Merchant of Venice - Study Quiz
How well do you know your Shakespeare? Test your knowledge of Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice. Don't be shy, be a Shylock.
Test your knowledge of Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice. Don't be shy, be a Shylock.
| Course resource | Original resource | Created by |
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| The Merchant of Venice - Act 1 - Plot | The Merchant of Venice - Act 1 - Plot | bill fingleton |
| The Merchant of Venice Act 2 - Plot | The Merchant of Venice Act 2 - Plot | bill fingleton |
| The Merchant of Venice Act 3 - Plot | The Merchant of Venice Act 3 - Plot | bill fingleton |
| The Merchant of Venice Acts 4 & 5 - Plot | The Merchant of Venice Acts 4 & 5 - Plot | bill fingleton |
| Characters in Merchant of venice | Characters in Merchant of venice | inds12 |
| The Merchant of Venice Quotes with Explanations | The Merchant of Venice Quotes with Explanations | Deleted user |
| Merchant of Venice - Study Quiz | Merchant of Venice - Study Quiz | bill fingleton |