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Before attempting the riddle, what does the Prince of Aragon's conversation with Portia emphasize about the arrangement?
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That Portia is at the mercy of her suitors
That the riddle is most likely unsolvable
The comedic aspect of the situation
The legal particulars of the riddle
Why does the Prince of Aragon reject the lead casket?
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He suspects it will be too heavy to open
He thinks it represents a deeper meaning
He doesn't want to give up anything for it
He assumes the other suitors have chosen it
What is the broader significance of the Prince of Aragon's failed attempt to solve the riddle?
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It becomes clear that the riddle is unsolvable
The audience can now identify the right casket
It becomes clear that the riddle is a joke
The audience learns that Portia is cheating
How does Portia react to the news that a Venetian—who is most likely yet another suitor—has arrived?
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She is excited
She is frustrated
She is apathetic
She is nervous
