themes of appearance and reality?

Question 1

The moral of the golden casket.

Answer 1

“All that glisters is not gold.” (Act 2, Scene 7)

Question 2

The inscription on the golden casket.representing society’s greed.

Answer 2

“Who chooseth me shall gain what many men desire.” (Act 2, Scene 7)

Question 3

The lead casket’s message, emphasizing selflessness.

Answer 3

“Who chooseth me must give and hazard all he hath.” (Act 2, Scene 9)

Question 4

Bassanio reflects on the deceptive nature of appearances.

Answer 4

“So may the outward shows be least themselves.” (Act 3, Scene 2)

Question 5

Bassanio criticizes society’s reliance on external beauty.

Answer 5

“The world is still deceived with ornament.” (Act 3, Scene 2)

Question 6

This lyric from the song suggests that true love and value come from within (the heart) rather than superficial judgment (the head), guiding Bassanio toward the lead casket.

Answer 6

“Tell me where is fancy bred, / In the heart or in the head?” (Act 3, Scene 2)