Characteristics of Shylock and Analysis of Orange

Vocabulary and key quote flashcards covering Shylock's characteristics from The Merchant of Venice and themes from Wendy Cope's 'Orange'.

Vengeful

A characteristic of Shylock, who is determined to get revenge after being mistreated by the people in Venice for years, especially by Antonio.

Religious

A characteristic of Shylock where he is very proud of his Jewish identity, follows the laws of his religions, and feels mistreated when someone insults his religion.

Merciless

A characteristic of Shylock where he believes in the letter of law and refuses to show Antonia any mercy in the court, insisting on having his bond.

"if it will feed nothing else, it will feed my revenge"

A quote by Shylock that illustrates his vengeful nature.

"hath not a Jew eyes? If he prick us, do we not bleed"

A quote by Shylock reflecting his Jewish identity and how he feels when his religion is insulted.

"I will have my bond"

A quote from Shylock that demonstrates his merciless attitude in court.

Simplicity (Orange)

A power demonstrated in Wendy Cope's work through ordinary things, such as the size of an orange making people laugh and feel happy.

"just lately"

A crucial phrase in the poem Orange that implies a shift from a previous time when the speaker wasn't happy.

"this peace and contentment, it's new"

A quote from Orange that shows the speaker is healing.