Posted by guest on June 14, 1998 at 08:11:20:

In Reply to: How are the minor characters of Salerio and Solanio essential to the play? posted by KLM on May 30, 1998 at 12:07:58:

: A couple of friends and myself were pondering this question- How are the minor characters of Salerio and Solanio essential to the play? I love Shakespeare, but this story is giving me some trouble. If anyone could help me, I would greatly appreciate it. THANKS!

In addition to providing plot info (good point, JP), they also act as foils for Banio in his relationship with Antonio-- like the suitors are foils for Banio in his relationship with Portia. How is Banio similar to/different from these sycophants?

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