The Merchant of Venice Story in English | Stories for Teenagers | @EnglishFairyTales
Summary
TLDRIn the city of Venice, a wealthy merchant named Antonio finds himself in a dire situation when his ships are lost at sea. His friend Bassanio, needing funds for his wedding, takes a loan from the cunning Shylock under a harsh contract. When Antonio is unable to repay, Shylock demands his pound of flesh. A twist of fate and the intervention of the wise Portia, disguised as a lawyer, save Antonio and expose Shylock's deceit. The story unfolds with themes of friendship, deception, and justice, culminating in a surprising revelation that all is not lost for Antonio.
Takeaways
- 🏛️ The story is set in Venice and revolves around a wealthy merchant named Antonio.
- 🤝 Antonio's friend Bassanio is in need of a large sum of money for his upcoming wedding and to help the poor.
- 💸 Antonio does not have the money Bassanio needs, but he is willing to borrow it from the cunning Shylock to help his friend.
- 📜 Antonio signs a dangerous contract with Shylock, which could potentially cost him everything if he cannot repay the loan on time.
- 💍 Bassanio purchases a ring for his bride, Portia, and they share their wealth by hosting a feast and giving gifts to the poor.
- 🌊 A storm at sea threatens Antonio's ability to repay Shylock, putting him in a precarious situation.
- 👥 Portia disguises herself as a lawyer to defend Antonio in court against Shylock's claim.
- 📑 The court case reveals that Shylock manipulated the contract and is penalized for his dishonesty.
- 🚢 Despite initial fears, Antonio's ships survive the storm and are expected to arrive safely, preserving his wealth.
- 🎉 The story concludes with a celebration of Bassanio and Portia's marriage, and Antonio's fortunes are restored.
Q & A
Who is the wealthy merchant in the city of Venice?
-Antonio is the wealthy merchant in the city of Venice.
What is the conflict between Antonio and Shylock?
-The conflict arises when Antonio is unable to repay a loan of 3,000 ducats to Shylock on time, which according to their contract, means Shylock can take all of Antonio's property.
How does Bassanio resolve his financial issue for the wedding?
-Bassanio resolves his financial issue by borrowing 3,000 ducats from Antonio, who agrees to lend the money without interest but with the condition that if not repaid within three months, all of Bassanio's property will belong to Antonio.
Why does Shylock insist on the contract being honored despite the unfair terms?
-Shylock insists on the contract being honored because he has a grudge against Antonio and sees this as an opportunity to ruin him and take his property.
Who comes to Antonio's defense in court?
-Portia, disguised as a lawyer, comes to Antonio's defense in court.
What is the outcome of the court case?
-The court initially rules in favor of Shylock, but Portia cleverly argues that since the contract includes all of Antonio's losses, Shylock must also bear the losses from Antonio's ships, which were lost at sea. Shylock refuses, and the court then bars him from entering into any further contracts until his dealings are investigated.
What is the significance of the storm at sea?
-The storm at sea is significant because it leads to the loss of Antonio's ships, which is used as a turning point in the court case to argue that Shylock must bear the losses as per the contract terms.
Why does Bassanio not worry about Antonio's ability to repay the loan after the court case?
-Bassanio does not worry because he is confident that Antonio's ships will return from Africa with plenty of ducats to repay the loan.
How does Portia help Antonio beyond the court case?
-Portia reveals that she intentionally showed only half of the message about the storm to the court, which led to the favorable outcome for Antonio. She then shares the rest of the message, indicating that Antonio's ships and goods are safe and will arrive soon.
What is the relationship between Bassanio and Antonio?
-Bassanio and Antonio are close friends, with Antonio often helping Bassanio financially and Bassanio showing concern for Antonio's well-being.
What is the moral lesson of the story?
-The moral lesson of the story is that one should not enter into deals or make promises without considering the consequences, and that fairness and integrity are important in all business dealings.
Outlines
🤝 Antonio's Debt and Bassanio's Dilemma
In the first paragraph, we are introduced to Antonio, a wealthy merchant in Venice, who is facing a threat to his business due to an unpaid debt. Antonio's friend Bassanio steps in to save Antonio's shop by paying off the debt with money owed to him by another character, Mercenio. Bassanio is also dealing with his own financial issues as he needs a substantial sum for his upcoming wedding to a woman named Porsha. Despite his own financial constraints, Antonio agrees to lend Bassanio the needed 3000 ducats, but with a risky clause that if he cannot repay within three months, all of Antonio's possessions will go to the lender. The paragraph ends with Bassanio's concern for Antonio's situation.
💍 Bassanio's Generous Wedding and Antonio's Legal Trouble
The second paragraph describes Bassanio's wedding to Porsha, which is made possible by Antonio's financial assistance. The couple is portrayed as generous, sharing their wealth with the poor by hosting a feast and giving gifts. However, Antonio encounters legal trouble when he is summoned to court for not returning the money to Shylock, the lender. Antonio is arrested, and it is revealed that his ships have been lost at sea due to a storm, which complicates his ability to repay the debt. The paragraph concludes with Bassanio's decision to support Antonio in court, showing their strong bond of friendship.
🏛 Courtroom Battle and a Twist of Fate
In the third paragraph, the story unfolds in court where Shylock insists on the terms of the contract, which would give him all of Antonio's possessions if the debt is not repaid. The court initially sides with Shylock, but the tide turns when a lawyer, later revealed to be Portia, presents a loophole in the contract that includes Antonio's losses at sea. Shylock is unwilling to accept this part of the deal, leading the court to find in favor of Antonio. The paragraph concludes with the revelation that Antonio's ships were not lost after all, and that the storm did not affect them. The story ends on a high note with Bassanio praising his wife, Portia, for her wisdom and bravery.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡Merchant
💡Debt
💡Contract
💡Wedding
💡Ducat
💡Legal Proceedings
💡Honor
💡Shipment
💡Storm
💡Intelligence
💡Charity
Highlights
Antonio, a wealthy merchant of Venice, is faced with a debt crisis that threatens his business.
Bassanio, a friend of Antonio, is in urgent need of a large sum of money for his upcoming wedding.
Antonio pledges his valuable shop as collateral for a loan to help Bassanio.
Mercenio intervenes, paying off Antonio's debt to save his shop.
Bassanio's financial predicament worsens as he is unable to receive expected funds for five months.
Antonio offers to lend Bassanio the needed 3,000 ducats, despite not having the funds immediately.
Shylock, a moneylender, offers Bassanio a loan with harsh terms, which Antonio reluctantly agrees to.
Antonio's ships are expected to return in three months, providing the means to repay the loan.
Bassanio and his bride, Porsha, share their wealth with the poor, demonstrating their generosity.
Antonio faces legal action from Shylock for failing to repay the loan on time.
A court trial ensues, where Shylock demands enforcement of the contract terms.
Portia, disguised as a lawyer, defends Antonio and turns the tables on Shylock.
The court rules that Shylock must bear Antonio's losses, including those from a storm at sea.
Shylock is barred from further contracts due to his unfair practices.
Antonio is led to believe his ships are lost, only to find out it was a ruse to teach Shylock a lesson.
Portia's clever strategy saves Antonio from financial ruin and preserves his honor.
Bassanio and Porsha's happiness is secured, and Antonio's friendship with them is strengthened.
The story concludes with a celebration of wisdom, integrity, and the triumph of kindness over greed.
Transcripts
[Music]
in the beautiful city of venice
there lived a wealthy merchant called
antonio
[Music]
hey antonio
bassanio it has been so long how are the
preparations for the wedding going
sir i will repay the debt
tomorrow i promise
a deal is a deal and a promise is a
promise
you promised to pay the money by today
and if you failed to pay up you gave
your word to give me your shop you
didn't pay the money so your shop is
mine
my loan is only 50 ducats
my shop is way more expensive than that
you should have thought of that before
pledging your shop to me now get out of
the way
wait
here fifty do cats that mercenio owes
you
no why should i take your money mercena
was supposed to pay up by today
and today is not over it is
still hours before sundown so here is
the money leave a shop alone or else i
shall complain about you to the court
he is
antonio
thank you so much antonio
i shall certainly pay you back tomorrow
i promise
i am sure of that mursanio
antonio you are something that evil
must hate you
forget about him
tell me how are your wedding
preparations going on
all right
they are going good thank you
is there a problem bassanio
no everything is fine
you and i are friends tell me what is
wrong
i was expecting some money this week but
it won't come for the next five months
at least and i have already made
purchases that i have to pay up for
how much
3 000 due cats
that is a lot of money
i know i had purchased a ring for
porsche and we wanted to have a feast
for 500 poor and offer them gifts for
our wedding but now
i don't know what to do
that is so noble bassanio
i would have gladly lent you the money
but
even i do not have three thousand ducats
at this moment
but
my ships will come back in three months
and i shall have thousands of ducats
then
by then it will be too late the wedding
is next week
i might have an idea come with me
oh that antonio
[Music]
had he not interfered i would have got a
shop worth 500 ducats for 52 cats
always meddling in my affairs
you will pay antonio someday you will
pay
[Music]
no antonio i won't let you take money
from you know what a cheat he is
[Music]
it is just a matter of three months
bassanio once all my ships are back i
shall be able to repay the three
thousand cuts easily
[Music]
antonio
i need some money
you
you who goes about donating money to
ruin my business you need money
you are unfair and you know it i
need three thousand two cats
three thousand ducats
this is my chance to ruin antonio and
get back at him for all the times he has
insulted me and spoiled my plans
fine i shall give you the money at no
interest
but if you cannot repay the entire
amount within three months
everything that belongs to you
shall become mine deal
this is downright cheating
antonio let's go
[Music]
don't worry bassanio my ships will be
back in three months they have already
started from africa
we have nothing to worry about
you need the money now friend
fine i agree
bassanio was worried for antonio
he knew could not be trusted but
antonio was confident gave him
the three thousand ducats and bassanio
could now go ahead with his plans for
his wedding
bassanio was getting married to a
beautiful wise and intelligent maiden
called porsche
he gave porsha the beautiful ring he
wanted her to have
and together porsha and bassanio shared
their wealth with the poor
they hosted a feast for them and gave
them gifts of charity
thank you antonio none of this would
have been possible without you
come on bassanio
how could i not help such a noble
celebration of a wedding
no
really porsha antonio risked everything
he has with that evil just to
get us three thousand ducats for the
wedding
what
and you let him do it bassanio
don't worry both of you once my ship's
returned from sea i shall have plenty of
money
months rolled by
bassanio and porsha were very happy
together and antonio was like family to
them soon it was time for antonio to
return shylock's money
master there is a message from the court
for you
what in the world
what is it
well
has asked me to appear in the
court tomorrow where i shall be tried
for not returning his money
is it time already
i am sure we have at least 10 more days
before the date of returning the money
forgive me master but
might i say something
certainly rebus what is it
sir lord has been known to
change dates in his contracts
he might have changed the date from 18
to 8.
[Music]
what
wait
you cannot arrest him like that
he has to appear in the court tomorrow
and lord thunders wants him
arrested so that he does not run away
antonio
[Music]
oh
what happened
there was a storm in the sea
antonio's ships
yes the ships but will not wait
another day
and with this message
my friend is doomed no i will not let
antonio come to any harm
go to him besanio and do not tell him
about the storm say nothing it is time
that has taught a lesson
i shall come to court myself as
antonio's lawyer
you
how just be with your friend and don't
tell him anything
don't worry i won't let anything bad
happen to him all right
i trust you
the next day antonio was brought to the
court before the magistrate
gentlemen
what do we have here
lord thunders versus antonio
bacillus
let the proceedings begin
[Music]
well the case is quite simple your honor
antonio owes me three thousand ducats
at the time that i lent the money to him
he promised me
if he didn't return the money by today
everything that belongs to him will be
combined
he has cheated on the date of the
contract sir
quiet mr thunders would you please show
me the contract
[Music]
here it is your honor
but surely mr thunders mr antonio's
property is worth much more than three
thousand ducats why don't you just take
some of it that covers the amount
i am sorry sir antonio himself has
signed the contract a deal is a deal a
promise is a promise
mr antonio
how could you even sign such a
preposterous deal
mr thunder's reconsider this is inhuman
this your honor is perfectly legal and
all i ask is for antonio to honor a
legally signed contract and honor his
word
mr thunders is right your honor
mr antonio must honor the contract he
himself signed
mr thunders as per the contract if mr
antonio does not pay the required amount
today
everything that belongs to him will
become yours right
that is right
and you do not wish to reconsider
not at all a deal is a deal a promise is
a promise very well
your honor with that all of mr antonio's
losses at sea shall belong to mr
thunders and shall be borne by him
losses at sea
yes
see for yourself
this arrived last evening
there has been a huge storm on the coast
of the mediterranean sea from where his
ships were to arrive
you will have to bear the losses which
might be to the tune of 20 000 to cats
of course not never
when you say you shall own everything
that belongs to mr antonio in all
fairness it also means all the profits
property and the losses that belong to
mr antonio this is cheating your honor a
deal is a deal a promise is a promise
[Music]
the lawyer is right you will have to
bear all of mr antonio's losses
i forgive him the three thousand ducats
i do not want my money back or the
contract
[Music]
enough mr thunders your behavior proves
that you deliberately indulged in a
contract which you knew to be unfair
this puts a serious question mark on
your honesty and integrity
therefore
this court bars you from entering into
any further contracts till all your
dealings are thoroughly investigated
take him away officers
[Music]
all my ships are lost at sea
there was a storm in the sea just come
home with me antonio you need some rest
antonio was so saddened to hear of his
ships lost at sea
bassanio took him home
i have lost all my ships
yes i am afraid
why are you laughing
give me a minute antonio
brussanio who was the lawyer who came to
the court to defend
me you want to meet him
here he she is
portia
that was you
yes
and sorry about your loss
what is wrong with the two of you why
are you laughing i lost all my ships
no
you did not lose anything
a terrible storm struck the coast of the
mediterranean sea
at 1500 hours
this is only half the message the other
half is here
but do not worry antonio
we got out of the area
at 100 hours much before the storm
arrived
all your ships and goods are safe
your ships will arrive in venice by the
20th of this month
but
we showed only half the message to
the magistrate too wanted to teach
lesson and so he said nothing
when i showed only page one of
the message
never again will dare to say
a deal is a deal a promise is a promise
[Music]
portia
my friend bassanio is a lucky lucky man
to have married a wise intelligent brave
and righteous woman like you
thank you
[Music]
you
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