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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What does Benedick ask to do after Don Pedro tells him the new change in his appearance makes him look younger?
2. What does Claudio say will always wreck friendship when he is upset with Don Pedro?
3. What does Beatrice do when Hero is speaking about Benedick's love for her?
4. Why does Beatrice decide to love Benedick after she drops eaves on Hero in the garden?
5. Who does Don John promise to pay a reward to if the new plan to break up Claudio and Hero works?
Short Essay Questions
1. What do Claudio and Don Pedro talk about while Benedick is eavesdropping on their conversation in the orchard?
2. What does Borachio say after the party at Leonato's house that gets Don John very excited?
3. What does Don John say is the cure for his ill humor?
4. What does Don John offer his men if a new plan to break up Claudio and Hero works?
5. What does Conrade fear might be hurt by Don John's miserable nature?
6. Who does Antonio think intends to pursue Hero as a love interest?
7. What does Leonato warn Beatrice will keep her from ever finding a husband?
8. How are Antonio and Leonato related?
9. Why is Don John so eager to punish Claudio in particular?
10. What is Benedick's excuse for his odd behavior when he meets with Leonato in the garden?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Many different characters in this play are persuaded to do things they would not do of their own accord. What are some of these instances, and how does persuasion affect the course of the plot?
Essay Topic 2
Shame and propriety are common themes throughout this book. What are some of the instances where these themes are present, and why are they so important to the characters involved?
Essay Topic 3
Sacrifice is a theme that is very prevalent in this book. Who are the characters most affected by this theme, and how do they allow sacrifice to change their lives?
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