Character Motivations and Actions in Twelfth Night

In a tale of mistaken identities and unrequited love, Duke Orino pines for Countess Olivia, who rejects all suitors due to her brother's death. Viola, shipwrecked and believing her brother Sebastian is dead, disguises herself as a man, Cesario, to work for Orino. Olivia falls for Cesario, unaware of Viola's true identity. Meanwhile, Sebastian, alive, arrives with Antonio. Chaos ensues with duels, mistaken identities, and a prank on Malvolio. Ultimately, the twins reunite, identities are revealed, and marriages are resolved, with Orino proposing to Viola and Olivia marrying Sebastian.

Why does Countess Olivia refuse to entertain any suitors?

• She is planning to become a nun.

• She is already married.

• She dislikes Duke Orsino.

• She is mourning her brother's death.

What prompts Viola to disguise herself as a man?

• To join a theater troupe.

• To work for Duke Orsino.

• To find her brother.

• To escape from pirates.

What is Sir Toby's main motivation for inviting Sir Andrew to court Olivia?

• He hopes Sir Andrew will fund his lifestyle.

• He believes Sir Andrew is a perfect match for Olivia.

• He wants Olivia to be happy.

• He wants to annoy Malvolio.

What complicates Viola's task of wooing Olivia on Orsino's behalf?

• She is actually a woman.

• She wants to return home.

• She is in love with Sir Andrew.

• She dislikes Olivia.

How does Malvolio react to the antics of Sir Toby and others?

• He reports them to Olivia.

• He joins in the fun.

• He tries to spoil their fun.

• He ignores them.

What is Olivia's initial reaction to Cesario?

• She is indifferent.

• She is angry.

• She is suspicious.

• She is charmed by Cesario.

Who accompanies Sebastian to Illyria?

• Antonio, a sea captain.

• A fellow nobleman.

• A pirate.

• A merchant.

What creates a love triangle between Olivia, Orsino, and Viola?

• Viola falls for Sir Andrew.

• Olivia is engaged to another man.

• Orsino falls for Olivia's maid.

• Olivia falls for Cesario, unaware of Viola's disguise.

What trick do Sir Toby and others play on Malvolio?

• They make him believe Olivia loves him.

• They lock him in a room.

• They steal his belongings.

• They convince him to leave town.

How does Olivia express her feelings for Cesario?

• She asks Orsino to intervene.

• She writes a letter.

• She sends a gift.

• She declares her love openly.