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: Contrast Duke Orsino’s performative love for Olivia with Viola’s silent, sacrificial love for Orsino.

: Feste as the "wise fool" and the observer of reality. 12n.7z

: The psychological torment and ultimate "madness" of Malvolio. : Contrast Duke Orsino’s performative love for Olivia

: Does the play suggest that "gender" is merely a performance? Consider how Olivia falls for the character of Cesario, while Orsino becomes deeply attached to his "boy" servant before the reveal. 2. Madness as a Social Weapon : Does the play suggest that "gender" is

: The ambition of Malvolio to marry into the aristocracy.

: While the play is a comedy, Feste often brings a sense of sadness or realism to the scenes. You could write about how Feste uses wit to highlight the flaws and "foolishness" of the noble characters around him. 4. Self-Indulgent Love vs. Authentic Connection