How does this compunt government provide "double security" to the people ?

What does portia compare a rumor to? how does she describe how the rumor is circulating? what is shakespeare's purpose in using this imagery?

Why was the scientific method considered to be a major contribution during the scientific revolution? a) the scientific method proved religion was wrong. b) the scientific method proved religion was correct. eliminate c) the scientific method established a systematic way to find proof using reason. d) the scientific method established a systematic way to find reason without proof.

Explain how european and middle eastern nations adjusted to peace after the paris peace conference.