Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Much Ado about Nothing

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Messina - This is a city in Sicily, Italy where the play takes place. It is very serene, joyous, and friendly.

Antonio and Leonato's orchard - Many of the events of the play occur here. Beatrice and Benedick are tricked into falling in love with one another here, and many great conversations occur here.

Leonato's House - The soldiers stay in this large and wealthy place during their visit.

The gaol - Borachio and Conrade are taken here to be examined by Dogberry and the sexton where they admit their crime.

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