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

HAVE YOUR NOTES READY FOR NEXT WEEK

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: Read the Character Notes for EACH character.

TASK 2: Create a separate page in your Journal for EACH character. (or use the sheets provided.)

Use the table below to build up your notes.

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 3: 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.

• Out of the 3 of them, WHO do you think has the higher STATUS? –
• WHY?
• WHO is the ‘best’ swordsman?