Merchant Of Venice Act 2 - Scene 1 Reflection

Now we have started Act II, here are the questions for scene one. This was a short scene.

We have watched racial and religious tensions at work in A1S3. The Prince of Morocco opens A2S1 with another sensitive issue. What is it?He does not want portia to be racist and dislike him because of his skin color.

If Antonio loses his gamble, he must forfeit a pound of flesh. What must Portia’s suitors give up if they fail to win her?They may never marry another woman.

What is Portia’s opinion of the Prince of Morocco- give examples.

He is ok, She warns him about the punishment for choosing the wrong casket.

Merchant Of Venice Act 1 - Scene 3 Reflection

Now the questions for the third scene of The Merchant Of Venice

Shylock is a moneylender. Does he seem eager to do business with Bassanio? How do you know?
Yes, he seems like he thinks he could

Which does Shylock think is safe, his business or Antonio’s? Why?
His business because he does not require ships which are likely to sink.

Why doesn’t Shylock want to dine with Bassanio and Antonio?
Because he is a jew and they think pork contains the devil.

What strict principal of his is Antonio breaking to help Bassanio?
Not charging interest

Shylock tells a bible story to prove that the taking of profit is blessed, as long as thieving is not involved. Does he convince Antonio? Give evidence.
No, Antonio said that it was something that was out of the man's control

Shylock accuses Antonio of a whole catalogue of nastiness. How does Antonio answer the charges?
Antonio says he will probably do the things again, but he also said he should lend it to an enemy rather than a friend so it is easier to exact revenge

How does Bassanio react to the proposed bond?
He is not happy about the bond.

The Comprehension Box - Charcoal 6

We are doing the comprehension box, we read a story and answer questions. This time I read 'Isadora's Secret', a girl finds a strange room where time stands still.

Questions:

1. Which word from paragraph 1 is a synonym for maze?

(a) measly

(b) sorrow

(c) labyrinth

2. Isadora was told to borrow the book by:

(a) her English teacher

(b) the librarian

(c) her father

3. Paragraph 4 is mainly about Isadora's:

(a) confusion

(b) discovery

(c) panic

4. Which event occurred first? Isadora:

(a) read the book

(b) discovered the wooden door

(c) ran up the stairs

5. In Paragraph 1, Isadora's feelings about the library could be summarized as:

(a) 'too many books and too much time'

(b) 'not enough books and not enough time'

(c) 'too many books and not enough time'

6. The pronoun it in Paragraph 3 refers to the:

(a) library

(b) corridor

(c) door

7.The word nook in Paragraph 5 means:

(a) a secluded place

(b) a type of chair

(c) a secret

8. Who else already knew about the secret nook?

(a) Mr Barker and the librarian

(b) only Mr Barker

(c) only the librarian

9. While Isadora was sitting on the chair and reading, time:

(a) had moved faster

(b) had moved slower

(c) stood still

10. You can conclude the librarian knew Isadora had read the book because:

(a) she read the books title and knew about the secret nook

(b) Isadora had been missing for such a long time

(c) it was her favorite book also

11. Which statement contains a fact and an opinion

(a) A poem was written on parchment which was hanging on the wall

(b) Old-style language is difficult to read

(c) The chair was covered with green fabric and was very comfortable

12. The next time Isadora visits the library, she will most probably:

(a) tell everyone she encounters her secret

(b) borrow a book and leave immediately

(c) choose a book and head directly to the wooden door

Key:

My answers

Right answers

Reflection & Learning Goal

Last week I managed to read two peoples lines and write two blogs, this week I wish to do three.

Merchant Of Venice Act 1 - Scene 2 Reflection

Here is the second scenes questions for The Merchant Of Venice.

How do Portia’s first words compare with Antonio’s?
She is also sad and tired just like Antonio.

What is the reason for her mood?
She doesn't get a choice in who she marries.

Do you think Nerissa is a help to her?
Yes, that's why she is there.

Sum up, in a word or a short phrase, Portia’s attitude to her suitors so far

Awful.

Merchant Of Venice Scene 1 - Act 1 Reflection

In English we have started our topic on Shakespeare, we are reading The Merchant Of Venice and have been given some questions to answer.

Antonio is depressed without knowing why. What two possible reasons do his friends suggest?

His friends suggest maybe he is worried about his money and ships or maybe he is in love. Antonio denies both.

Do you think Gratiano’s contributions help Antonio’s mood?

No not really, he pretty much said cheer up before you become a wrinkly old sack.

What are your first impressions of Bassanio?

He is the kind who borrows stuff and takes ages to give it back.

Is Bassanio in love?

Yes, he is head over heels for Portia.

Why does he need to borrow money again now

to impress Portia, since he wants to marry here.