Why is 'appearance vs reality' one of the main themes in The Merchant of Venice?
For example, Portia saves Antonio disguising herself as a lawyer at Court.
What religions are described in the play?
Antonio is a Christian and Shylock is a Jew.
How many settings are there in the Merchant of Venice?
Two: Venice, symbol of wealth and business; Belmont, exotic place where women have power and land of ideal love
Why does Antonio ask Shylock for money?
Antonio wants to help his friend Bassanio who needs money to win Portia's hand.
Who helps Romeo and Juliet?
Friar Laurence
Romeo killed Juliet's cousin, what is his name? And why did he kill him?
Tybalt, because he had killed his friend Mercutio.
Among the main themes of Romeo and Juliet there is the contrast between Age and Youth. Who are the characters involved in these contrast?
Romeo and Juliet and their parents.
Why can the first part of Romeo and Juliet be considered a comedy?
Because in the first part the love story develops.
Is Hamlet sure about role as avenger?
No, he is reluctant. He thinks a lot, he wonders if killing himself would be a better solution.
Hamlet's plan to unveil the truth about his father's murder consists in:
He asks a group of actors to perform the story of his father's murder to see Claudius'reaction.
Who killed the King in Hamlet?
Claudius, the King's brother
What type of tragedy is Hamlet?
Revenge tragedy
