Shakespeare / MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
When Claudio accused Hero of being disloyal, he pointed out, "Behold how like a maid she blushes here! O, what authority and show of truth can cunning sin cover itself withal!" What does he believe Hero's blushing means?
She is guilty
When Benedick calls out to Beatrice and asks, "Do not you love me?" How does she respond?
"Why, no more than reason."
How many plays did Shakespeare write?
37
Who was Shakespeare's wife?
Anne Hathaway
When was Shakespeare born?
April 23, 1564
What is the date of Shakespeare's death and what is significant about that date?
April 23, 1616 / He died on his birthday
Who is Benedick?
a somewhat arrogant gentleman and soldier
How is Beatrice related to Hero?
Beatrice is her cousin
At the party, who is Claudio disguised as?
Benedick
Who resolves to remain a bachelor for the rest of his life?
Benedick
Which reasons do Benedick and Beatrice give for marrying each other?
Benedick will marry Beatrice out of pity; Beatrice will marry Benedick to ease his consumption
After Benedick calls Claudio a villain, Claudio attributes this change in behavor to what?
Benedick's love for Beatrice
________________________ is not a major character.
Borachio
Who is interested in marrying Hero, and how would this union impact him?
Claudio; he would inherit Leonato's entire fortune
Who is conspicuously absent from the dinner feast?
Don John
_______________________ is not considered a minor character.
Don John
Who joins Claudio in shaming Hero?
Don John and Don Pedro
Who did Don Pedro defeat in the war, and how does he treat this man?
Don John; he is invited to Messina as a guest
Which of the following men does not challenge Claudio to a duel?
Don Pedro
What information do Don John and Borachio give to Claudio in Act 2, Scene 1?
Don Pedro is wooing Hero for himself
Who is Leonato?
Governor of Messina
What penance does Leonato issue to Claudio?
Hang an epitaph on Hero's tomb and marry Leonato's niece
Why is Don John a villain?
He is the illegitimate half brother of Don Pedro and is presented as wicked and conniving
Borachio issues a full confession and admits which of the following?
He knew Claudio would disgrace Hero instead of marry her.
Which of the following in NOT one of the steps that Borachio will take to ruin Claudio's engagement?
He will have Hero kidnapped and held for ransom.
What offer does Don Pedro make to Claudio?
He will woo Hero on Claudio's behalf.
When the masked bride reveals herself, who is standing before Claudio?
Hero
Shakespeare's plays fall into three categories. What are they?
Historical plays, comedies, tragedies
Leonato's brother insults Claudio and Don Pedro in an effort to do what?
Incite them to fight him
How does Benedick feel after this conversation with Beatrice?
Insulted
What type of event does Leonato host to welcome home the soldiers?
Masquerade party
Who is Don Pedro?
Prince of Aragon
Which of the following is one of Beatrice's preferred qualities of an ideal man?
Rich
Where was Shakespeare born?
Stratford-upon-Avon
Shakespeare had three children. What were their names?
Susanna, Hamnet, Judith
At the second wedding, Claudio asks to see his bride's face. Leonato will not allow the bride to reveal herself until Claudio does what?
Takes her hand and swears he will marry her
Shakespeare's play were performed in this theatre.
The Globe Theatre
The Globe Theatre was a ____________________ theatre.
circular, open-air theatre
Which proof is produced that confirms how Benedict and Beatrice feel about each other?
handwritten love notes
Claudio can best be described as:
naive and gullible
Beatrice can best be described as:
quick witted and independent
When does Claudio intend to marry Hero?
the next day