Benedict and Beatrice's Wit and Words

Benedict and Beatrice's Wit and Words

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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In Act 5, Scene 2 of 'Much Ado About Nothing', Benedict searches for Beatrice but finds Margaret, leading to witty exchanges filled with dirty jokes. Benedict praises Margaret's wit, and they engage in playful banter. Beatrice enters, and she and Benedict discuss their relationship, filled with humor and affection. Margaret's clever wordplay is highlighted, and Benedict uses romantic language with euphemisms. Beatrice is hesitant to express her true feelings, hiding behind jokes. The scene showcases the characters' wit and the complexity of their relationships.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Benedict compare Margaret's wit to?

A sharp sword

A lion's roar

A fencer's foil

A Greyhound's mouth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Benedict doing when Margaret fetches Beatrice?

Composing a sonnet

Reading a book

Writing a letter

Practicing fencing

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Beatrice respond when Benedict asks which of his bad parts she fell in love with?

She fell for his humor

She fell for his bravery

She fell for his eyes

She fell for all of them together

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What news does Ursula bring that lightens the mood?

Hero has been proven innocent

A new play is being performed

A feast is being prepared

A storm has passed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Benedict say he will write about Margaret?

A play

A letter

A sonnet

A song

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a 'buckler' in the context of the scene?

A type of sword

A musical instrument

A small shield

A piece of clothing

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Benedict mean by 'I will live in thy heart, die in thy lap, and be buried in thy eyes'?

He wants to be remembered

He is expressing romantic intentions

He is planning a journey

He is writing a poem

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Beatrice hesitant to fully trust Benedict?

She is unsure of her own feelings

She is afraid to trust him with her heart

She doubts his love

She fears betrayal