The Merchant of Venice Questions on Jessica
The Merchant of Venice
Does Shylock die and does his daughter return to him? Who does Bassanio set sail with?
Shylock does not die, but his punishment, including losing his wealth and being forced to convert to Christianity, leaves him broken. His daughter, Jessica, does not return to him and remains with...
The Merchant of Venice
What does Jessica buy with a ring in The Merchant of Venice?
Jessica trades a ring for a monkey in "The Merchant of Venice." The ring, a turquoise one, was given to her father, Shylock, by his deceased wife, making it a sentimental item for him. Shylock is...
The Merchant of Venice
Why did Jessica leave Launcelot in Act 2 of The Merchant of Venice?
Jessica leaves Launcelot in Act 2 because she plans to elope with Lorenzo, a Christian friend of Bassanio. Launcelot, who is leaving Shylock's service to work for Bassanio, is given a letter by...
The Merchant of Venice
In The Merchant of Venice, who died: Lorenzo or Jessica?
Neither Lorenzo nor Jessica dies in The Merchant of Venice. Throughout the play, they experience significant changes, such as Jessica eloping with Lorenzo, converting to Christianity, and stealing...