The Merchant of Venice | Act I, Scenes 1-3: Summary and Analysis
Act I, Scene 1
New Characters:
Antonio: a merchant of Venice
Salerio and Solanio: friends to Bassanio and Antonio
Bassanio: a young gentleman of Venice, friend of Antonio
Lorenzo: friend of Bassanio and Antonio, loves Jessica
Gratiano: friend of Bassanio and Antonio
Summary
In Venice, Antonio is depressed, though he is uncertain why. Salerio and Solanio try to account for his sadness by suggesting he is worried about his merchant ships sailing in dangerous waters. Antonio denies this, but can suggest nothing in its place. Salerio and Solanio leave as...
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