merchant of venice;act1 scene1
question:the play begins in an atmosphere of melancholy.Why do you think Antonio is presented as a melancholic and passive character?
Asked by naganshul520
| 23rd Jun, 2017,
06:55: PM
Expert Answer:
Antonio is presented as a melancholic and passive character because:
1. Antonio as a whimsical person not bothered about the consequences of his actions, justifies his signing the bond agreement.
2. Antonio’s melancholy sets the tone for the play.
3. Antonio’s melancholy creates a mystery for the audience.
Antonio is presented as a melancholic and passive character because:
1. Antonio as a whimsical person not bothered about the consequences of his actions, justifies his signing the bond agreement.
2. Antonio’s melancholy sets the tone for the play.
3. Antonio’s melancholy creates a mystery for the audience.
Answered by Snehal Naik
| 26th Jun, 2017,
04:24: PM
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