Benedick

Question 1

Benedick
Witty
What does this show about the relationship between Benedick and Beatrice?

Answer 1

“They never meet but there’s a skirmish of wit/ between them”

They are constantly attacking each other. They are both equally as clever.

Question 2

Benedick
Proud
Which act and scene does this happen in? How is this significant?

Answer 2

“But that my Lady Beatrice should know me, and not/ know me!”
Act 2, Scene 1.
This is at the masked ball so Benedick attempts to fool Beatrice. However, Beatrice sees beyond the mask and uses this opportunity to seek revenge.

Question 3

Benedick
Changeable
What does this reveal about the thoughts he has for Beatrice?

Answer 3

“When I said I would/ die as a bachelor, I did not think till I/ were married.”

This reveals to the audience that he actually loves Beatrice. He also uses this time to try to impress Beatrice by shaving his beard.

Question 4

Benedick
Playful
What does this show about their love for each other?

Answer 4

“Come, I will have thee; but by this light, I take/ thee for pity.”

After admitting his feelings and agreeing to get married, he still wants to be playful.