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Was Shylock, in the Merchant Of Venice, an unattractive character?
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Was Shylock, in the Merchant Of Venice, an unattractive character?
No, I disagree with the above statement to a large extent.
The above statement suggests two assumptions. Firstly, that Shylock is an unattractive character in the play. I agree with this assumption, but only to a certain extent. Secondly, the statement assumes that all the other characters in The Merchant of Venice are not unattractive, but kind and good. I disagree with this statement to a large extent.
This essay will put forward reasons why I agree and disagree with respective assumptions, as well as why I disagree with the question overall. It will also consider arguments supporting or opposing earlier assumptions.
It is true that Shylock is an unattractive character, the villain of the play, because he sought to kill Antonio in order to avenge himself. Therefore, I agree with this assumption.
Firstly, Shylock was taunting Antonio, and luring Antonio into a trap as he said, "O would be friends with you and have your love,/ Forget the shames that you have stained me with,/ Supply your present wants, and take no doit/ Of usance for my moneys, and you'll
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