1. In Much Ado, there are many instances of trickery. Name one trick used for the good of others and one trick used to the detriment of others.

2. In Shakespearean comedies, the plot must move from order to chaos and back to order. Describe the chaos that occurs in the play and how it is all resolved.

3. From what characters in Much Ado say and imply, name three reasons marriage was important to the Renaissance society, citing the things said or implied as evidence.

4. The title of this Shakespearean play is Much Ado About Nothing. In your opinion, what is the "ado," and what is the "nothing"? Explain, give specific references from the play, and discuss.