Much ado about nothing

• What does Beatrice say about hearing a dog bark at a crow?

  She would rather hear that than a man swear he loves her.
• What does Beatrice's quote reveal about her views on marriage?

  It shows her disdain for traditional expectations of women regarding marriage.
• How does Beatrice's character challenge typical gender roles of the Elizabethan era?

  She presents a non-typical role by being outspoken and humorous.
• What does Benedick claim about his future regarding marriage?

  He claims he will live as a bachelor.
• What is ironic about Benedick's statement about never marrying?

  He and Beatrice end up falling in love by the end of the play.
• What societal expectations does Benedick's statement reflect?

  It reflects the expectation that men should be independent and avoid reliance on women.
• Why does Benedick believe marriage will take away his freedom?

  He fears that marriage will make him dependent on a woman.
• What fears does Benedick express regarding women in relationships?

  He fears that women may be unfaithful and humiliate men.
• What is one of the key quotes from the play mentioned in the study material?

  "I am trusted with a muzzle”
• What is another key quote from the play?

  "that young start-up hath all the glory of my overthrow."
• How is Don John characterized throughout the play?

  He is seen as jealous and cruel.
• What does Don John want to ruin?

  He wants to ruin Claudio's love for Hero.
• What term is used to describe Don John in the study material?

  He is referred to as the 'bastard'.
• What does being a 'bastard' imply about Don John's birth?

  It implies he is illegitimate and born out of wedlock.
• How were people born out of wedlock viewed during the Elizabethan times?

  They were seen as sinful because they carry their parents' sins.
• What effect did Don John's illegitimacy have on his character?

  It caused him to become jealous and cruel towards others.
• Why can't Don John inherit like his brother or Claudio?

  Because he is illegitimate and born out of wedlock.
• How does Don John express his jealousy?

  He expresses it through anger and cruelty.