Much Ado Act II

What would have been considered shocking about Beatrice’s instructions to Hero in lines 45-48? (p. 89)

• Her instructions were traditional.

• Her instructions were rebellious.

• Her instructions were unclear.

• Her instructions were humorous.

Beatrice’s argument against marriage as seen in lines 51-56 (p.89) implies that:

• She believes marriage is outdated.

• She thinks marriage is too expensive.

• She argues marriage limits freedom.

• She feels marriage is unnecessary.

What does the reader learn about Beatrice and Benedick’s past relationship from lines 248-251? (p.109)

• They were strangers.

• They were enemies.

• They were friends.

• They were romantically involved.

Benedick’s statement in lines 22-25 (p.127) - Which of the following interpretations best explains his statement?

• He is confused about love.

• He is confident in his beliefs.

• He is mocking marriage.

• He is indifferent to relationships.

Based on Benedick’s description of his ideal woman (lines 28-33), what qualities were valued in women during this time period? (p. 127)

• Intelligence and humor.

• Beauty and obedience.

• Wealth and power.

• Independence and strength.

How do Leonato and Claudio portray Beatrice in their descriptions of her actions on p.137?

• As gentle and kind.

• As witty and sharp-tongued.

• As shy and reserved.

• As serious and stern.

How do Claudio, Don Pedro, and Leonato describe Benedick in lines 174-189? (p.141)

• As brave and noble.

• As foolish and gullible.

• As wise and thoughtful.

• As serious and stern.

Benedick is listening to their conversation, and they describe him this way to mock him.

• To flatter him.

• To confuse him.

• To mock him.

• To encourage him.

In line 209 on p.143, Benedick says, “Love me? Why, it must be requited!” In the movie version, the actor who plays Benedick reads the line as though it were punctuated like: “Love me? Why? It must be requited!” Which interpretation makes more sense? Why?

• The first interpretation, because it shows confidence.

• The second interpretation, because it shows doubt.

• The first interpretation, because it shows humor.

• The second interpretation, because it shows anger.