Portia

with the conflict of money. One of the main characters, Portia, is a wealthy Princess in Belmont. Her dead father, created a system in which Portia’s suitors must choose the correct chest in order to marry her; Bassanio choose the correct chest and wins Portia hand in marriage and her money. Bassanio is in debt and needs money in order to save the life of his friend Antonio. Throughout the story, each character constantly struggles with power. Portia starts off the play with no power as a result of her father 's instructions on how she has to marry, which bothers Portia a great deal because she has no say in who she can marry.…

The Portia spider is known for its remarkable abilitys to learn and problem solve. Due to this spiders magnificent capabilities, the Portia spider has developed a unique hunting behavior belonging only to its’ species. The inspiration for the Portia’s spiders name came from William Shakespeare's heroine from the Merchant of Venice, Portia. She too demonstrates extraordinary intelligence and the ability to learn. The two are alike in mind, goals, trickery, and even the underestimation of their…

Portia in ‘Merchant of Venice one of the strongest and wisest characters found in William Shakespeare’s play. In this tragic comedy, Portia uses her creativity and wit to save the life of her husband’s best friend, Antonio. Portia’s father has passed, leaving her with a stunning inheritance. This beautiful, wealthy bachelorette is now the sought-after prize for many a young suitor. In fact, young, eligible suitors travel from other countries to win her hand in marriage. Portia knows who she…

In To kill a mockingbird by Harper Lee the character Atticus is similar to William Shakespeare's play the Merchant of Venice's character Portia as they both proved to be intelligent. Portia had chosen to represent Antonio, Bassanio’s closest friend, in court. Antonio was in great debt to Shylock and owed him a pound of flesh. Portia tells Shylock Why, this bond is forfeit, /And lawfully by the jew may claim a pound of flesh, to be by him cut off nearest to the merchant's heart (Shakespeare…

Most Shakespearean comedies end with marriages and the triumph of a protagonist, as opposed to death and misfortune like a tragedy. By this definition, The Merchant of Venice is a comedy; yet, many skeptics question this claim due to their analysis of the trial. They consider Shylock’s loss in the trial to be the downfall of a poor protagonist, suggesting that Merchant is a tragedy. However, these skeptics blame it on the Christian defendants in court. Shakespeare portrays Shylock as a…

Portia, in her decision to trust in her father’s Will, observes to the instruction which dictates that her husband is to be the one who chooses the correct casket in a lottery between chests of gold, silver and lead. Portia, who initially worries about her predicament during the exposition part of the play, is reassured by Nerissa, her confidante, who claims the method will work as her father “was ever virtuous, and holy men/ at their death have good inspirations” (1.2.27-28). Nerissa alludes to…

mentality. Bassanio, to convince Antonio to invest in him again, uses the analogy of shooting another arrow in the same direction so that the shooter would be able to follow and somehow locate the first arrow (1.1.150). Someone as reckless as that would be scare off any loaner, but not Antonio since he is so “generous.” The contrast of Venetians and Shylock is clearly seen with the value of a ring. Where Shylock gives sentimental value to his wife’s old ring, a deed that seems completely against…

cultures, which establishes individual needs, will shape the two opposing lifestyles the Christians and Jews have. The Christians, who prioritize economic value and who make up the majority of the population, are financially comfortable and carelessly spend money, rendering them oblivious of human nature. Their attachment towards money and materialistic goods can be seen in many Christian characters. Bassanio, a man who has borrowed money countless times, wants to use his last loan and gamble it…

The Overlooked Role Model: Portia The true meaning and traits of role models are debatable, amongst both experts and the general public. Some say their idol is someone successful, while others may say it is someone who works hard, for example. Despite these uncertainties, disagreements, and variabilities, role models can be found anywhere: in life, in fiction, or even in William Shakespeare’s most comedic play, The Merchant of Venice. Portia, the rich and desired heiress who must rely on her…

and Bassanio are manipulated by Portia. In M.O.V Portia demonstrates that there can be justice without mercy through her actions and her manipulations with her suitors. Portia is as a teacher is with students. She can manipulate them into believing anything she has to say; whether or not she is wrong or right does not matter; she has the ability to influence others decisions. When Prince Morocco chooses which casket he will pick to see if he is to marry Portia, she leads the Prince on…