1. Concepts of Honor in Othello and Much Ado About Nothing
... and, like Claudio, seeks the approval of his friends. His speech in the gulling scene (act 2, scene 3) reveals his reluctance to admit even to himself that he loves Beatrice. He makes excuses for himself such as "The world must be peopled", "A man loves the meat in his youth that he cannot endure in his age", the vulgar word "meat ... " shows Benedick's ineptitude in speaking romantically, and may also imply an objectifying view of women. Benedick also shows his concern of what his comrades will think by saying "I may chance have some ... such as "The world must be peopled", "A man love...
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- Grade Level: High School