Piss off COE

Question 1

Mistaken Identity

Answer 1

Main conflict of the play
- Identical twins getting mistaken for each other
- Shenanigans ensue

Much ado:
- Kind of a thing for people mistaking Hero for maid but that was intentional deception

Question 2

Selfhood/Identity

Answer 2

Identity crisis: Antiphili and Dromio’s question their own sanity and reality as they are mistaken for their twins

Much ado: Identity through Deception
- Much of the plot revolves around characters assuming false identities or being deceived by others

King Richard: Richard II’s identity is intricately tied to his role as king, as Richard’s authority is challenged and he grapples with his own sense of self-worth and legitimacy as a ruler.

Question 3

Unions/Unities

Answer 3

Unity in Marriage: Chaos surrounding identities threatens the marriage of Adriana and Antiphilus

Unity in Community: The comedic elements of the play often rely on the interactions and reactions of the broader community. The chaos caused by mistaken identities affects not only the main characters but also the townspeople of Ephesus. The eventual resolution brings unity back to the community

Much ado:
Disruption and Restoration of Unity: Particularly through misunderstandings and deception the false accusations against Hero disrupt the union between her and Claudio, causing strife within the community

King rich:
Unity and Political Stability: Richard II’s failed leadership and the ensuing political turmoil threatens the unity of the kingdom

Question 4

Marriage

Answer 4

Social Commentary: Through the theme of marriage, Shakespeare also comments on societal norms and expectations regarding relationships. The characters’ reactions to the perceived infidelity of their spouses highlight issues of jealousy, trust
- Luciana speech about how wife is submissive to husband and woman to man

Much ado: explores societal expectations surrounding marriage, particularly concerning gender roles. The characters’ attitudes towards marriage are influenced by societal norms, with Beatrice and Benedick initially rejecting the idea of marriage due to their independent spirits and views of the opposite sex

Question 5

Reputation

Question 6

Violence

Question 7

Financial relationships

Question 8

Magic/Witchcraft

Answer 8

The twins believe the only reasonable explanation as to why

Question 9

Fate/Providence

Question 10

Water Imagery

Answer 10

Play overlap: King Richard II

Question 11

Farce