The Merchant of Venice

Bassanio’s Character

Bassanio is the "noble kinsman" of Antonio.  At the start of the play Bassanio, 

	Goes to __________________ for _________________
	Wishes to _____________________________
	Is against______________________________

How do the following words apply to him?

Enterprising, decent, heroic, generous, impulsive and immature. 

How does Bassanio act at the trial?

Should he have given away the ring that Portia gave him?

Answer (see bassanio_character_answer.rtf)

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