Discussion & Essay Questions
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Sample of Discussion & Essay Questions
- Shylock's speech at Act III, Scene I (lines 49 – 65) is perhaps one of the most quoted passages from any of Shakespeare's plays. What is Shylock saying in these lines? Does it make you feel sympathy/empathy toward him?