Act II, Scene 8 - Study Questions

1. Why do Shylock and the Duke (the chief legal official) go to search Bassanio's ship?
2. Shylock's reaction to his daughter's elopement is probably a comical scene for the Elizabethans. How does he behave?
3. What ominous comment does Solanio make about this development and how it will affect Antonio?
4. In this regard, what news has Salerio heard that worries him? Why?
5. How is the bond of friendship, love, and money further developed in this scene?