Shakespeare Today: Much Ado About Nothing - Act 3 Summary

In this Schooling Online video, the plot of Act 3 of 'Much Ado About Nothing' is summarized. Beatrice falls in love with Benedick after overhearing Hero and Ursula's staged conversation. Meanwhile, Don John deceives Claudio and Don Pedro into believing Hero is unfaithful. Dogberry, a comical policeman, and his watchmen uncover the truth about Don John's plot, leading to the arrest of Borachio and Conrad. As Hero prepares for her wedding, Claudio remains unaware of her innocence. The video concludes with a preview of Act 4.

What causes Beatrice to fall in love with Benedick?

• She overhears Hero and Ursula discussing Benedick's love for her.

• She reads a letter from Benedick.

• Benedick confesses his love directly to her.

• Don Pedro tells her about Benedick's feelings.

What does Don John claim about Hero?

• She is plotting against Don John.

• She is secretly in love with Don Pedro.

• She has been unfaithful to Claudio.

• She is planning to leave Claudio.

How does Dogberry contribute to the plot?

• He successfully captures Don John.

• He provides clear evidence of Hero's innocence.

• He gives confusing instructions to the watchmen.

• He helps Claudio understand the truth.

What do the watchmen discover during their patrol?

• Hero's secret plan to escape.

• Claudio's intention to marry someone else.

• Borachio's confession about the plot against Hero.

• Don John's plan to flee the town.

Why is Claudio planning to shame Hero at the wedding?

• He misunderstands her intentions.

• He is pressured by Don Pedro.

• He believes she has been unfaithful.

• He wants to test her loyalty.