Similarly, in Much Ado About Nothing, Claudio's dishonourable actions are due to his concern with honour, especially the male "code of honour". ... Unlike Othello, whose actions are intended to preserve not only his own honour, but also Desdemona's, Claudio's behaviour is an attempt to uphold his relationship with Leonato, not Hero. ... Margaret and Bianca are forgiven for their promiscuity while Hero and Desdemona are punished. ... Emilia seems afraid of Iago, which would explain why she does not reveal the truth earlier. Despite being afraid, she shows strength and b...

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