heighten dramatic tension, as these three men are the most important candidates to win Portia’s hand in marriage. They reveal the contents of the three caskets and their different characters as exposed as being proud, vain and humble. They also emphasise the racial prejudices of Venice a place where many races clash. Their attitudes towards the caskets and their choices indicate what their character is like. This essay will compare and contrast the three suitors and will explore how Shakespeare influences
The casket has come a long way in its illustrious history. From the ancient Egyptian sarcophagus to modern casket, there has been much advancement in the field of burial receptacles. A thorough knowledge is essential to anyone interested in the funeral industry. This report will give a brief history; discuss the different materials used, the manufacturing process, and the expected direction of the industry. Since the time of the Pharaohs early forms of burial receptacles were anthropoidial and generally
Franks Casket and Beowulf Runic inscriptions have been found not only in Anglo-Saxon poetry but also in archaeologicial discoveries like the Clermont or Franks casket. Runic inscriptions have been discovered on coins and various other objects, the most important being the beautiful Clermont or Franks casket. The top and three of the sides are now in the British Museum, the fourth side is in the Museo Nazionale at Florence. The casket is made of whalebone, and the scenes carved on it represent
True Love in The Merchant of Venice Among the various themes presented in the Merchant of Venice the most important is the nature of true love. The casket plot helps illustrate the theme. Through a variety of suitors the descriptions of the caskets, Shakespeare shows the reader how different people view true love. He also shows what is most important to the suitors and in some cases it is not true love, but material things and outward appearance. The first suitor
be manipulated. In Act 3, Shakespeare uses the casket scene to suggest a successful substitute to risking all by having Portia instruct Bassanio as to which casket to choose, not only nearly guaranteeing that he is successful, but that she has control over her own destiny. Portia achieves this by instructing Bassanio to “tarry”, “pause a day or two”, “forbear awhile” delay (3.2.1-24), and insisting that a song be sung as Bassanio is choosing the casket (3.2.43). The song plays an important role in
scene in Belmont concludes the casket challenge left by Portia's father, and conveys the love and affection between Bassanio and Portia. As the scene opens, Portia pleads for Bassanio to delay before he chooses one of the caskets, as she fears the outcome, especially as she has already fallen in love with him. She asks him to "tarry" (Line 1), to "pause a day or two" (Line 1), to "forbear awhile" (Line 3), anything to keep him from possibly choosing the wrong casket. However, Bassanio is anxious
the play was when a wealthy heiress named Portia had to find a husband. Portia was a wealthy woman that inherited all her fathers money and her father left three caskets if someone wanted to marry her they would have to pick a casket if they pick the wrong casket they are never allowed to marry again but if they pick the right casket all of Portia wealth goes to her husband. Several men came to woo her in Act 1 Sc 2 Portia spent time talking about these men. Portia and Nerissa make fun of the Neapolitan
Game Ashley Viera I like the suggestion and notion that the caskets Portia`s potential suitors must open represents and solidifies this seemingly ongoing and ever present theme of fate. If a man choose the wrong casket his life and fate would be drastically different that what it was before and if he were to choose the right one the precise opposite would ensue. This to me is terrifying beyond belief for one single choice, one picking of a simple casket can determine the rest of your life and at the time
Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice is a simple story line with three distinct plot lines incorporated into each other intricately. These three plot lines are the bond plot, the casket plot, and the ring plot, each equally vital to the meaning and conclusion of the play. In this essay, I will discuss the roles of the characters in the plot, the symbols, images, and rhetorical figures central to each plot, and finally how the events of the three plots are intertwined. The first sign that the three
of Venice What do the words of the three suitors in the casket scenes reveal of their characters, their attitudes and their values? Refer closely to the differences in their speeches when making their choice of casket. Do you think that Bassanio deserved to win Portia's hand in marriage? The three suitors are distinct in their own way. You find that as you are reading the play that the choice of casket is also judging the person who is choosing. It makes you think
is costly and involves the use of many resources. Some of the costs include buying or renting a casket, creating decorations, paying funeral home charges, hiring a hearse, and many others. Essentially, funeral homes and some community-based organizations assist in ensuring that the deceased is laid to rest according to the wishes of the relatives, friends, and community. An
bound to a lottery set up in her father's will, which gives male suitors the chance to choose between three caskets made up of gold, silver, and led in order to win her hand in marriage. Portia’s scheming throughout the whole process caused Bassanio to have a better chance in choosing the correct casket, while also allowing her to keep the promise of not disclosing the truth about the caskets to any of the potential suitors. Along with her manipulative ways, she was very comfortable in playing a masculine
Morticians will typically offer the premium options available for their services before any other ones. This often used tactic is in clear violation of the Federal Trade Commission’s rule which states that funeral homes must show a price listing of caskets and other services (small business). These Morticians see that this person is in significant grief over the death of their loved one and will take advantage
chooses the correct casket left by her deceased father. Her first suitor is the Prince of Morocco. He sees the beauty and assumed value of the gold casket, along with its engraving, 'Who chooseth me shall gain what many men desire'; () and chooses this casket. Inside, he finds a skull with a scroll inside of its empty eye. This empty eye signifies the blindness and lack of wisdom of the person who chose the casket. The second suitor, the Prince of Arragon, chooses the silver casket with the engraving
position of attention with the salute rendered until the casket is completely removed from the Hurst. Awaiting the casket, the other members move into position to welcoming the fallen. Six people will act as pallbearers, carrying the casket to its final resting place. Each will be at a set position, according to stature of the person. They will place their hands on the casket in a set manner to lift and carry the casket. Once they lay rest the casket, they will move to an adjacent position set for further
When looking at size, the casket you choose should be able to easily fit your loved one inside. Certain materials and colors have a more elegant, sleek look, and these will likely be the caskets that appeal to you. Always stop to consider what your loved would have liked so you don't bury them in a casket they wouldn't have been too fond of should they have gotten the chance to choose for themselves. Style of service:
Illustrative Essay on What Services the Funeral Homes Provides? The death of a loved one can be overwhelming and extremely emotional. When you are in a heighten emotional state, basic decision making can be difficult. Funeral homes are very helpful in the funeral planning process. Funeral homes provide professional care of the deceased, disposition of the remains, and memorial products. To begin with providing professional care for the deceased will be done with dignity and respect of the deceased
In the game, Bassanio must choose between a gold, silver, and lead casket. The gold is engraved with the inscription, “Who chooseth me shall gain what many men desire” (II.7.4-5). The silver casket states, “Who chooseth me shall get as much as he deserves” (II.7.7). The lead casket, the correct choice, states, “Who chooseth me must give and hazard all hath” (II.7.9-10), warning the individual who chooses it that he will risk
Review of Literature Fabrics Fabrics can be made of natural and synthetic materials. Natural fabrics, like cotton (NY Fashion Center) for example, are found here on earth while synthetic fabrics are manmade (MV Styles). There are many distinguish ways to determine if a fabric is natural or synthetic. Each fabric is different in its own way due to it reaction to heat, its odor, residue and chemicals (MV Styles). Fabrics are seen and used every day and in every way. Synthetic material has been pushed
and Bassanio are before the caskets where Bassanio must make his choice. The dialogue directly preceeding the finding of the casket is basic lover's speech, but wait! Listen carefully to what Portia says: "If you do love me, you will find me out" (III ii 41). Portia leads Bassanio to believe that the choice he makes in the caskets is his own. She leads the reader to believe that Bassanio's love for her is the only force which leads to the discovery of the correct casket. However, earlier when Portia