What has the Duke tried to do to help Antonio
In Venice, the Duke opens Antonio's trial by saying that he pities Antonio because Shylock is an "inhuman wretch uncapable of pity" (4.1. 3–4). The Duke has attempted to persuade Shylock to spare Antonio, but Shylock will not. Antonio replies that he is prepared to suffer Shylock's rage with quiet dignity.
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How does the Duke sympathize with Antonio
Answer: The Duke of Venice expresses sympathy for Antonio, who thanks the Duke for the efforts he has made in dissuading Shylock from claiming his bond. Shylock, however, has sworn to collect his due and nothing will dissuade him.
How was Portia able to save Antonio was the resolution just
Q: Does Portia save Antonio's life Yes. Portia dresses up as a judge and attends the court where Antonio's trial is held. She convinces Shylock not to cut out one pound of Antonio's flesh.
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Why can the Duke do nothing to prevent Shylock from claiming his bond
Why can't the Duke do nothing to prevent Shylock's claiming his bond It would damage Venice's reputation as a just state in which the rights of all traders are protected.
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Why is Antonio unable to help
Antonio is unable to advance Bassanio cash because all his money is invested in ships at sea but he gladly offers to guarantee a credit loan.
Who is the Duke feeling sorry for why
At the court of law in Venice, the Duke begins the trial by showing how impartial he is: he says he feels sorry for Antonio and that Shylock is a merciless scalawag.
Do you think that the Duke is sympathetic to Antonio
Answer: Antonio heard that the Duke was a good man of moral principles. The Duke was symphatic towards Antonio because he knew Antonio was a good man and he had heard about Shylocks cruelty.
How was Antonio’s life spared
Portia enters as a doctor of laws, with a letter of introduction from Dr. Bellario. She saves Antonio by determining that the bond allows Shylock no more than a pound of Antonio's flesh and not a drop of his blood.
What was the difference between Shylock and Antonio that the Duke was unable to resolve
(iv) The 'difference', that is dispute between Shylock the Jew and Antonio that the Duke was unable to resolve was the clause in the bond according to which Shylock could have his pound of flesh from Antonio's heart if the latter failed to fulfil the terms of the bond.
Why does the Duke feel sorry for Antonio
The Duke expects Shylock to show mercy on Antonio as Antonio has suffered heavy losses. Shylock will forgive him a part of the principal amount to be paid by Antonio along with forgiving their penalty.
What was the difference that the Duke was unable to resolve
(iv) The 'difference', that is dispute between Shylock the Jew and Antonio that the Duke was unable to resolve was the clause in the bond according to which Shylock could have his pound of flesh from Antonio's heart if the latter failed to fulfil the terms of the bond.
Why can’t Antonio pay back the loan
Bassanio explains that he needs the money to woo a wealthy heiress, Portia, in Belmont. Antonio is unable to advance Bassanio cash because all his money is invested in ships at sea but he gladly offers to guarantee a credit loan.
Who is the Duke in love with
Lady Olivia
Duke Orsino
As a bachelor, Orsino is in love with the beautiful Lady Olivia, and he constantly compares his love for her with music. Duke Orsino is a man with high romantic imagination and is a melancholy lover.
What does the Duke say that he will never do
Lines 35-47. The Duke continues to explain that he chooses never to stoop to discuss with his Duchess what made him so disgusted with her.
Who will feel pity for Antonio according to the Duke
According to Duke, the Turks and Tartars will feel pity and sympathy for Antonio's plight. – This question is taken from lesson 'The Merchant of Venice'. – The Duke is revealed as generous and merciful person.
Who saves Antonio from his fate how
Towards the end of the play it is Portia, not Bassanio, who takes it into her own hands to save Antonio from his fate and to punish Shylock for his actions. Bassanio and Antonio do not recognise Portia when she is in disguise, and are shocked when she reveals herself.
What punishment did the Duke give to Shylock and why
The duke declares that he will show mercy: he spares Shylock's life and demands only a fine, rather than half of the Jew's estate. Shylock claims that they may as well take his life, as it is worthless without his estate.
What are two reasons why Shylock was against Antonio
Shylock explains his enmity for Antonio. He has a bias against Antonio as a Christian and hates him even more for Antonio's practice of lending money without interest, undermining Shylock's usury business. Shylock wants revenge for years of Antonio's mistreatment.
Why does the Duke request Shylock to have mercy on Antonio
The Duke requests to have mercy on Antonio since his losses have been so heavy and have come so thick and fast upon him lately that they have been enough to ruin a noble merchant. They are enough to draw pity and sympathy for his condition from anyone.
How did Antonio get total control of the dukedom
Working in concert with the King of Naples, Antonio usurped Prospero of his dukedom. Antonio arranged for the King of Naples to pay him an annual tribute and do him homage as duke. Later, the King of Naples helped Antonio raise an army to march on Milan, driving Prospero out.
What was the difference between Shylock and Antonio the merchant that the Duke was unable to resolve
(iv) The 'difference', that is dispute between Shylock the Jew and Antonio that the Duke was unable to resolve was the clause in the bond according to which Shylock could have his pound of flesh from Antonio's heart if the latter failed to fulfil the terms of the bond.
Why can’t the Duke refuse the law
Antonio says that the Duke can't deny the law because that would threaten the security of all foreign merchants in Venice. This would destabilize the economy of Venice as that's how the city makes its money. The government has to uphold the law and avoid being discredited by the public at all cost.
Was Antonio able to return the money on time
Thanks to Portia's generosity, Antonio gains enough money to pay back the loan, but by then, Shylock is insistent on claiming the penalty that he is technically owed.
Was Antonio prepared to accept his fate
Antonio accepts his punishment and fate almost like a martyr, and tries to convince Bassanio to also accept the inevitable. Like many tragic heroes, Antonio's calm acceptance and courage in this moment make him even more admired by fellow characters and readers alike.
Does Duke fall in love with Viola
Viola, the chief protagonist of the play, falls in love with Duke Orsino, who in turn is in love with Countess Olivia.