Much Ado About Nothing, Act 1, Scene 3 summary
Act 1, Scene 3 of 17 · 3 min to read the scene
In Act 1, Scene 3, Don John rejects Conrade’s advice to hide his bitterness and hears Borachio report that the Prince plans to court Hero for Claudio. Blaming Claudio for receiving credit for his defeat, he seeks a way to obstruct the match and gains both men’s support.
What happens
- Conrade urges Don John to control his sadness and behave pleasantly to secure his brother’s renewed favor.
- Don John rejects pretending to please others and describes his freedom as tightly restricted.
- Borachio arrives with news that Claudio hopes to marry Hero, Leonato’s daughter and heir.
- Borachio explains that he overhears the Prince agree to court Hero and then give her to Claudio.
- Don John seeks an opportunity to harm Claudio, secures his companions’ help, and leaves with them for supper.
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What to notice
Don John makes obstruction itself his goal. His resentment now has a specific target in Claudio.
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How does Borachio learn about the marriage plan?
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