Faces behind the masks. Names with reputations. See if you can match the right person to their specific role in Messina with the Much Ado About Nothing Character Matching Quiz.

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Much Ado About Nothing Character Matching Quiz Questions
- Who serves as comic relief with his misuse of language and self-importance?
- Who is described as a “plain-dealing villain” by himself?
- Who is the witty niece of Leonato known for her sharp tongue?
- Who is the brave young soldier who falls in love with Hero?
- Who is Leonato’s daughter, gentle and modest in nature?
- Who is the witty bachelor who swears never to marry but falls for Beatrice?
- Who is the Prince of Aragon and a respected leader?
- Who is Don Pedro’s illegitimate brother, the villain of the play?
- Who is the governor of Messina and father to Hero?
- Who is Leonato’s brother and Hero’s uncle?
- Who is Leonato’s servant known for her gossiping and playful teasing?
- Who is Hero’s waiting gentlewoman who helps trick Beatrice?
- Who is the foolish constable of Messina?
- Who is Dogberry’s partner and deputy in the Watch?
- Who is Don John’s follower who helps carry out his deceitful plot?
- Who is the companion of Borachio and fellow conspirator?
- Who is the friar who proposes that Hero should pretend to be dead?
- Who is the musician and messenger who sings for Don Pedro?
- Who is Hero’s attendant who unknowingly takes part in Don John’s scheme?
- Who falsely accuses Hero at the altar?
- Who publicly supports Claudio’s false accusation?
- Who challenges Claudio to a duel to defend Hero’s honor?
- Who overhears Hero’s supposed confession of love for Benedick?
- Who overhears the staged conversation about Benedick’s love for her?
- Who helps organize the masquerade ball in Messina?
- Who first brings news of Don Pedro’s return from war?
- Who devises the plot to make Beatrice and Benedick fall in love?
- Who discovers Don John’s plot against Hero?
- Who confesses his guilt and reveals the truth about Hero?
- Who captures Don John at the end of the play?
