Is 'Come hither, Leonato' meant for Benedick’s ears, or is it meant as a signal to begin the gulling?
It is possible that this was either a sinal to begin the gulling, letting Leonato know he was about to start however it could also just be Don Pedro asking Leonato to move closer, it is less likely to be the second as whilst gulling they talk louder so Benedick will hear therefore Leonato does not need to be close....if he was closer it would A) make it seem private and secret but B)make it odd that they would talk so loud, however the news would be so shocking to Benedick that, with Leonato's involvement, he would not think to question this.
It is possible that this was either a sinal to begin the gulling, letting Leonato know he was about to start however it could also just be Don Pedro asking Leonato to move closer, it is less likely to be the second as whilst gulling they talk louder so Benedick will hear therefore Leonato does not need to be close....if he was closer it would A) make it seem private and secret but B)make it odd that they would talk so loud, however the news would be so shocking to Benedick that, with Leonato's involvement, he would not think to question this.
What was it you told me of to-day, that your niece Beatrice was in love with Signior Benedick? Does Benedick react to this? If so, how, and how large is the reaction?
He would react with shock, his reaction would be large because of course he thinks she hates him, she previously described him as the princes jester. He may look towards the audience or comically trip over (the other characters would turn away as if they heard a bird or something).
BENEDICK: Is't possible? Sits the wind in that corner?He would react with shock, his reaction would be large because of course he thinks she hates him, she previously described him as the princes jester. He may look towards the audience or comically trip over (the other characters would turn away as if they heard a bird or something).
Is this a moment for audience contact? If so, where does Benedick need to be in order to make that contact? Does he need to move during the previous lines, from one hiding space to another?
Benedick would gradually need to move closer to the naives as they gained his attention, hesitant at first as the nature of their conversation is private however he is self-absorbed and would "need" the gossip. He may turn to the audience at this point however it would be more effective if he were asking himself. The stage would be in a sort of split screen.
What are eight "graces" which Benedick believes a hypothetical woman must have before he would consider marrying her? What one quality is he flexible upon?
Rich, wise, virtuous, fair, mild, noble(well born), well spoken and a musician. 'her hair shall be of what colour it please God.'Benedick would gradually need to move closer to the naives as they gained his attention, hesitant at first as the nature of their conversation is private however he is self-absorbed and would "need" the gossip. He may turn to the audience at this point however it would be more effective if he were asking himself. The stage would be in a sort of split screen.
What one element of the "gulling scene" seems to convince Benedick that it is no trick?
Leonato the 'white-bearded fellow' is involved. Benedick describes the 'conference' as 'sadly borne' meaning conducted in seriousness, he also believes they have facts from Hero.
What effect does the news of Beatrice’s possible suicide have on Benedick? He feels it is his duty to requite her love to save her, he realises his love for her and is willing to endure 'wit broken on' him for her.
What is Beatrice’s meaning in the message she delivers to Benedick between lines 243 – 252? What does Benedick think she means?
Beatrice asks him to dinner, she tells him that it isn't a hard task or she wouldn't have done it. Benedick thinks that she means she wanted to speak to him and that she would endure all the pain in the world for him, he now thinks back to everything she's ever said to him looking for new meaning.
Beatrice asks him to dinner, she tells him that it isn't a hard task or she wouldn't have done it. Benedick thinks that she means she wanted to speak to him and that she would endure all the pain in the world for him, he now thinks back to everything she's ever said to him looking for new meaning.
Act 3 Sc 1
How does the form of the language in this gulling scene differ from that used in the scene with Benedick? Why the difference?
- The males make sexual references 'between the sheet'
- Very critical of Beatrice
- Seems more rehearsed
What are three elements found in common in the gulling of both Benedick and Beatrice?
- Evoking their fear of rejection
- Both are incapable of finding their love
- The love is already there- Self perception
Structural similarities to a sonnet. About love and romance. Beatrice has been enlightened and filled with realisation of her deep love for Benedick.
A good understanding of the stagecraft used in the play. It's worth considering what we learn about Benedict here. How do they get his attention? What does this reveal about him as a character?
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