Question

Hello, does anyone now the answer to this question in The Merchant of Venice Act 3?

Why is the Duke unable to intercede on Antonio’s behalf? (i.e. get him out of Shylock’s bond)

Answer 1

Portia allow him to leave because she knows that Antonio is in trouble and that they are best friends. Because a bond is a bond and it was written agreement and it was signed so Antonio must hold up his end of the bargain.

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Because a bond is a bond and it was a written agreement and it was signed so Antonio must hold up his end of the bargain.

Answer 2

Portia allow him to leave because she knows that Antonio is in trouble and that they are best friends. According to Antonio, why won't the Duke be able to intercede on his behalf? Because a bond is a bond and it was written agreement and it was signed so Antonio mjust hold up his end of the bargain.

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