MOV - Court Scene (ACT IV SCENE 1)

Question 1

Describe the court scene in act IV scene 1.

Answer 1

• Antonio is on trial for not repaying a loan to Shylock
• Shylock wants a pound of his flesh as punishment
• Portia is disguised as a lawyer and argues that Shylock can take his flesh out but must not spill any blood, which he cannot do
• She then points out that Shylock demand is more about revenge than justice
• in the end Shylock loses the case and is forced to convert to Christianity
• The scene shows themes of Mercy and Justice

Question 2

Name and explain the speech that was delivered by Portia in act IV scene 1.

Answer 2

• The speech the “Quality of mercy” was delivered by Portia in act IV scene 1
• This speech highlights the importance of compassion and forgiveness in society
• It serves as a call for mercy in strict and unyielding legal systems
• it is a powerful and memorable moment in the play