Merchant of Venice Act 3

How does Portia react to Bassanio financial situation ?

Portia's response to Bassanio's admission is interesting. She first asks how much money Bassanio owes Antonio and is shocked that it is such a low amount (in her opinion); she then tells him just to pay the amount, even triple what is owed if that is what will solve the problem (she implies that she will pay the debt).

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