Shakespeare / MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

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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


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