To what extent to you think Shylock deserves the treatment given to him in the trial scene?
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... nvironment and it is almost a David and Goliath event except for the fact that the law was on Shylock's side. Shylock is criticised by the Duke, insulted and called an "inhuman wretch" and "uncapable of pity". His is addressed "the Jew" by the Duke as a sign of contempt. Shylock is determined in the court scene, even money will not change his mind. The money means nothing to him, he passionately believes that the flesh is his. He knows that he has the upper hand, for once he believes he is in the right. He says that it is his right to have the bond, but only out of hatred for Antonio. Shylock believe he stands "for judgement" and demands the bond.
Portia speaks of the difference between mercy and justice and says that mercy comes directly from god himself. Portia admits that there is not ...
