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In Scene 1, Portia wants to know the secrets that Brutus is keeping about Caesar. She is getting frustrated toward Brutus because he is keeping secrets. She wants to know why he can't sleep. He tells her that he will tell her, but someone knocks at the door and the conversation is interrupted.

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In Scene 1 of "The Merchant of Venice," Portia demands that her husband-to-be must choose the correct casket among gold, silver, and lead ones. The one who chooses the right casket will win her hand in marriage.

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