Why Is Launcelot Called a Merry Devil?

Answer: Jessica called LAUNCELOT merry devil. LAUNCELOT was called merry devil by Jessica because he rob the some taste of tediousness from his house and devil because his father didn't like Shylock and that's why she was sad when LAUNCELOT was leaving Jessica house.

Who is called Merry Devil?

Answer: Launcelot is called a 'merry devil'. He is a poor person with a cheerful, jovial disposition and a devil-may-care attitude. Jessica is sorry that Launcelot is leaving Shylock's house.

Who is the merry devil according to Shylock?

He is good-natured, full of fun, and rejoices in a practical jest. Launcelot is the servant to Shylock, a wealthy Jewish merchant and money lender of Venice, with whom he lives and of whom he stands in wholesome awe.