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1. 1.

   Why was Antonio not in a position to repay the money he owed Shylock?

2. 2.

   What right did Venetian law allow Shylock?

3. 3.

   What was Shylock's response to Portia's statement to show mercy?

4. 4.

   Why did Portia describe 'mercy' as a double blessing?

5. 5.

   What motive did Bassanio say Shylock had for not accepting ten times the amount as penalty?

6. 6.

   "I take full responsibility for my actions."

   1. Who said this? Who was he responding to?
   2. What did his response reveal about his attitude?