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The Merchant of Venice: Characters
6 characters with analysis, key scenes, and famous quotes.
Shylock
Jewish moneylender of Venice
justice
prejudice
Portia
Heiress of Belmont
justice
mercy
Antonio
Venetian merchant
friendship
risk
Bassanio
Venetian gentleman, Portia's suitor
love
appearance
Jessica
Shylock's daughter
identity
escape
Lorenzo
Christian gentleman, Jessica's husband
love
music
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