The Merchant of Venice - Historical Context

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The Merchant of Venice - Historical Context

History Venice in the late-1500’s The richest city in Europe Home to many tradesmen, foreigners, and different religious views Jewish people were targeted – negatively

History Religious Intolerance Jewish people confined to ghetto - Gated “community” Treated with little or no respect Kicked or spit on Cheated Forced to wear red caps Can be seen in The Merchant of Venice!

History Venetian Women Not respected Under the rule/command of men In the play: Jessica and her father, Portia and her father No political power

Shakespeare’s England (in the mid-1500’s) Under the rule of Queen Elizabeth I Jews expelled in the Middle Ages Nation-wide conflict between Catholics and Protestants Playwrights had to be careful not to offend anyone; especially the Queen!

Character Task Make a list/chart to identify the major characters in the play. What are their roles? Who are they? What do their names mean? Can you make any predictions?