1. How is Jessica doomed, according to Launcelot? 2. What reply does Jessica give to this?
3. What information does Lorenzo reveal about Launcelot’s relationship with one of Portia’s African servants?
4. How does Launcelot respond to this news? 5. What is Jessica’s opinion of Portia?
B. ORAL LANGUAGE Keep or Cut? Pair Activity
If you were putting on a production of this play, would you keep this scene or cut it out? Look back over this scene and discuss the arguments for and against keeping it.
C. REFLECTING
Lorenzo and Jessica’s Relationship What is your opinion of the relationship between Jessica and Lorenzo based on what you have seen so far? Turn to page 46 of your portfolio to record your response.