Shakespeare Today: Much Ado About Nothing - Act 1 Summary

The video provides a summary of Act 1 of Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing'. It begins in Messina, Italy, where Leonato, Beatrice, and Hero receive news of Don Pedro's return from war. Claudio falls in love with Hero and seeks Don Pedro's help to woo her. Meanwhile, a misunderstanding leads Antonio and Leonato to believe Don Pedro loves Hero. Don John, the antagonist, plots against Claudio. The video concludes with an invitation to explore Act 2.

Where does the opening scene of 'Much Ado About Nothing' take place?

• Verona

• Rome

• Venice

• Messina

What is Beatrice's relationship to Leonato?

• Daughter

• Niece

• Sister

• Cousin

What plan does Don Pedro propose to help Claudio win Hero's affection?

• To write her a love letter

• To serenade her under her window

• To pretend to be Claudio and confess love at a party

• To ask Leonato for her hand in marriage

Who mistakenly believes that Don Pedro is in love with Hero?

• Don John

• Benedick

• Beatrice

• Antonio and Leonato

What is Don John's reaction to Claudio's intention to marry Hero?

• He decides to leave Messina

• He is jealous and plots against Claudio

• He is indifferent

• He is supportive