Act 3 measure for measure Flashcards
Who visits Claudio in prison at the beginning of Act 3, Scene 1?
Duke Vincentio, disguised as a friar, visits Claudio to offer him spiritual advice and prepare him for the possibility of death.
How does Claudio initially respond to the possibility of his execution in Act 3, Scene 1?
At first, Claudio appears to accept his fate and shows some resignation to the idea of death.
What solution does the Duke (disguised as a friar) propose to Isabella after learning of Angelo’s proposition?
The Duke suggests a bed trick, where Mariana, Angelo’s former betrothed, will take Isabella’s place in the encounter with Angelo. This way, Isabella can remain virtuous, and Angelo will still be tricked.
What changes Claudio’s attitude toward death in Act 3, Scene 1?
When Isabella tells Claudio about Angelo’s proposition—her having to sleep with Angelo to save his life—Claudio becomes fearful of dying and pleads with her to agree to Angelo’s demands.
How does Isabella react when Claudio asks her to accept Angelo’s proposition?
Isabella is outraged and calls Claudio a coward for suggesting that she sacrifice her chastity to save his life.
Who is Mariana, and what is her connection to Angelo?
Mariana was once engaged to Angelo, but he broke off the engagement after her dowry was lost at sea. She still loves him, despite his cruelty
What reason does the Duke give for why Mariana would agree to the bed trick?
The Duke explains that Mariana still loves Angelo and that by taking part in the plan, she can reclaim her relationship with him without compromising her dignity.
What does the Duke instruct Isabella to do in Act 3, Scene 2?
The Duke tells Isabella to agree to Angelo’s terms, pretending to go along with his proposition, while they secretly implement the bed trick with Mariana.
What theme is reinforced through the Duke’s plan of deception in Act 3?
The theme of appearance vs. reality is reinforced, as the Duke and Isabella use deception to reveal Angelo’s hypocrisy without directly breaking moral codes.
What is Pompey’s situation in Act 3, Scene 2?
Pompey, who has been arrested for working in brothels, is offered a job as an assistant to the executioner instead of being punished further.
How does Lucio mock the Duke in Act 3, Scene 2, not realizing the Duke is in disguise?
Lucio speaks disrespectfully about the Duke, calling him ineffectual and lazy, unaware that he is actually talking to the Duke in disguise.
What does Escalus say about the Duke in Act 3, Scene 2?
Escalus defends the Duke, praising him as a wise and just ruler, in contrast to Lucio’s criticism.
What role does the Duke continue to play as “Friar Lodowick” in Act 3?
The Duke continues to work in secret, manipulating events from behind the scenes to ensure that justice is served without revealing his true identity.
