There are 3 characters who could be described as ‘boys/men with swords’ Florindo / Silvio and Beatrice {disguised as Ferderigo}

HOMEWORK:

It is important that we consider how different {as well as similar} they are in terms of characteristics (traits) , voice, physicality, rhythm of walk etc.

TASK 1: Use the table below to build up your notes of Silvio and Florindo. [Do one for each character – in your Journal or on a Word doc.]

Name of character _____________________________________________________

Qualities /Personality (adjectives – adverbs)	Stock-type / Previous-other names
How do they move/speak?	Major scenes (what happens?)
Social – Historic – Cultural ‘pearls of wisdom’	Quotes

Here are some key scenes from early in the play (early scenes are always good ‘go to moments’ to see how a playwright presents the characters to the audience.)

Task 2: Read, think and add to your notes.

Act 1 (scene 2) P 13 Silvio’s reactions to Federigo’s arrival and the stopping of the engagement.

Act 1 (scene 4) Florindo interactions with Truff and Porter

Act 1 (scene 5) Silvio with Truff and Silvio with Florindo.

Who do you think has the higher STATUS? – Why?

Who is the ‘best’ swordsman?