Annihilation of women's identity Flashcards
How does Claudio objectify Hero? (in Act 1, Scene 1)
“can the world buy such a jewel?”
What warning does Leonato give Beatrice about her outspoken nature? (in Act 2, Scene 1)
“thou wilt never get thee a husband, if thou be so shrewd of thy tongue”
How does Antonio describe Beatrice’s temperament, implying it hinders her marriage prospects? (in Act 2, Scene 1)
“she’s too curst”
How does Borachio crudely insult Hero’s virtue? (in Act 3, Scene 3)
“contaminated stale”
How does Beatrice reflect on her treatment by others due to her pride? (in Act 3, Scene 1)
“Stand I condemned for pride and scorn”
How does Hero suggest that Beatrice’s strong personality prevents her from loving? (in Act 3, Scene 1)
“she cannot love”
How does Claudio devalue Hero, objectifying her as a “gift”? (in Act 4, Scene 1)
“what have I to give you back, whose worth / May counterpoise this rich and precious gift?
How does Claudio’s description of Hero reveal his anger and disgust? (in Act 4, Scene 1)
“take her back again, / Give not this rotten orange to your friend”
How does Leonato express his shame over Hero’s perceived dishonor? (in Act 4, Scene 1)
“Death is the fairest cover for her shame”
How does Beatrice convey her grief over Hero’s loss of reputation? (in Act 4, Scene 1)
“Dead I think”
How does Beatrice express her frustration at the limitations placed on women? (in Act 4, Scene 1)
“I cannot be a man with wishing, therefore I will die a woman with grieving”
How does Benedick assert control over Beatrice in a way that signifies male dominance? (in Act 5, Scene 4)
“Peace I will stop your mouth”
How does Claudio plan to publicly shame Hero if he believes she has been unfaithful? (in Act 3, Scene 2)
“if I see anything tonight why should I not marry her tomorrow I’ll shame her in front of the same congregation where I would have married her”
How does Beatrice reject the idea of love, using a comparison to a dog’s bark? (in Act 1, Scene 1)
“I had rather hear my dog bark at a crow than a man swear he loves me.”
How does Beatrice insult Benedick, portraying him as nothing more than an entertainer? (in Act 2, Scene 1)
“He is the prince’s jester, a very dull fool.”
