Twelfth Night-Act 3 Quiz Flashcards
How is Dramatic irony present in Scene 1 between Olivia and Cesario?
Dramatic irony is present in Scene 1 between Olivia and Cesario because if Olivia knew that Cesario was actually Viola, a girl, she would never have expressed her love towards Cesario.
What concerns Olivia about how her confessions of love for Cesario will be interpreted?
It concerns Olivia that her confessions of love for Cesario will be interpreted in the wrong way. She believes that Cesario might draw wrong conclusions because Cesario has given Olivia no cause to woo him. She asks of Cesario to think of love that’s sought after good, but love that’s give unasked is better. Olivia feels rejected when Cesario says “No woman shall ever have my heart.”
Why does Sir Andrew want to leave and abandon his suit of Olivia?
Sir Andrew wants to leave and abandon his suit of Olivia because he saw Olivia being nicer to Ceasrio than she has ever been to Sir Andrew. He witnessed this in Olivia’s garden.
What does Sir Toby and Fabian suggest that Sir Andrew do to regain the attentions of Olivia and why?
Sir Toby and Fabian suggest Sir Andrew should challenge Cesario to a fight in order to gain the attentions of Olivia. They believe this will work because there is no matchmaker in the world more persuasive in commending a man to women than a report of valor.
What does Sebastian desire to do while in Ilyria? How is this request complicated for Antonio, who wishes to follow him?
While in Ilyria, Sebastian desires to visit the sights of the town. This includes monuments and places of historic interest. This request is complicated for Antonio because he has many enemies in Ilyria and if Antonio were to be captured he would stand no chance. In a battle at sea Antonio stole from the Duke.
What does Antonio give Sebastian and why? Where will they meet?
Antonio gives Sebastian his purse (wallet) in case he wants to buy a souvenir while he explores the town. They will meet at the Elephant. According to Antonio, this is the best place to stay in Ilyria.
Outline examples of Malvolio’s “midsummer madness.” What are some things that he says and does which are completely out of character?
Some examples of Malvolio’s “midsummer madness” are his yellow stockings, cross-gartered style and his unusual smiling face. Some of the things Malvolio says and does that are completely out of his character are his constant smiling and kissing his hand, being extremely rude to Maria and the others and quoting things from the love letter that Olivia does not understand.
What does Sir Toby decide to do to Malvolio to punish him further?
Sir Toby decides to begin treating Malvolio like he is mad although he knows Malvolio is just following the letter’s orders and he decides he wants to lock Malvolio in a dark room.
What is ironic about Antonio stepping in to fight on Cesario’s behalf during the fight between Cesario and Sir Andrew?
It is ironic that Antonio steps in to fight on Cesario’s behalf during the fight between Cesario and Sir Andrew because Antonio believes he is stepping in for Sebastian, his twin sister that he has never met before.
What is the definition of dramatic irony?
Dramatic irony is when the audience knows more about the character’s situation than the character does. If the character knew what the audience knows, then they would respond/react differently to the situation. 3 examples of this in this act are the dramatic irony between Olivia and Cesario, Malvolio and Olivia and Antonio and Cesario.
