Merchant of Venice

What part does Shylock play in the Merchant of Venice?

Why did Shakespeare create such a character as Shylock in the Comedy, Merchant of Venice?

The reason and effect of Shylock's conversion from Jewish to Christianity.

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Shylock is Jewish moneylender in Venice. He lends a Christian, Bassanio, money and takes a bond from another Christian Antonio. Shylock demands a pound of flesh from Antonio when the debt is not paid back.

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