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Some critics suggest that Beatrice has an unconscious attraction to De Flores from the start. Is there any evidence within the play that supports this idea? What qualities might she find appealing in De Flores?

Plays often include characters who serve as foils to one another, highlighting their differences and providing the audience with a comparative study. In what ways does Isabella act as a foil to Beatrice? Similarly, is Alsemero a foil to De Flores?

In their collaboration, Middleton was responsible for most of the main plot, while Rowley crafted the comic subplot. What evidence exists to demonstrate the closeness of their collaboration? Specifically, how are the two plots interconnected in terms of themes and language?

Research and describe the primary characteristics of Elizabethan and Jacobean playhouses. What was the physical structure of these theaters like? How did their design engage the audience more directly compared to modern theaters? How were the plays performed? What social classes were represented among the attendees?

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