Statements (199)
Predicate | Object |
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gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:fictional_character
gptkb:historical_figure gptkb:character |
gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:Film_adaptations
Stage adaptations Featured in film adaptations |
gptkbp:appears_in |
gptkb:Paradiso
gptkb:The_Double gptkb:Much_Ado_About_Nothing |
gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Dante_Alighieri
gptkb:Lemony_Snicket gptkb:Count_Olaf |
gptkbp:attitude_towards_benedick |
Playful rivalry
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gptkbp:attitude_towards_marriage |
Skeptical
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gptkbp:author |
gptkb:William_Shakespeare
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gptkbp:birth_year |
1266
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gptkbp:challenges |
Gender norms
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gptkbp:character |
Challenger of male authority
Embodies the spirit of the play. Represents the voice of reason |
gptkbp:character_arc |
Undergoes significant growth
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gptkbp:character_development |
throughout the play
Grows to accept love |
gptkbp:character_traits |
gptkb:Independent
Witty Strong-willed |
gptkbp:character_voice |
gptkb:Nadia_Nascimento
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gptkbp:characterized_by |
Richly developed character
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gptkbp:child |
gptkb:Folco_Portinari
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gptkbp:climax |
Key player in the climax of the play
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gptkbp:conflict |
Emotional turmoil
Challenges societal norms Challenges patriarchal views Mediation between Claudio and Benedick |
gptkbp:cousin |
to Hero
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gptkbp:created_character |
gptkb:William_Shakespeare
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gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Feminist icon
Influenced modern portrayals of strong women Popular character in adaptations |
gptkbp:death_year |
1290
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gptkbp:depicted_in |
gptkb:La_Vita_Nuova
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gptkbp:development |
Falls in love with Benedick
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gptkbp:engagement |
Engages in verbal sparring with Benedick
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gptkbp:engages_in |
Verbal sparring
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gptkbp:engages_in_verbal_duels |
with Benedick
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gptkbp:famous_quote |
I do much wonder that one man, seeing how much another man is a fool.
I had rather hear my dog bark at a crow. I know you of old. I will be cruel only to be kind. The prince doth woo my daughter. What fire is in mine ears? I will not be sworn but love may transform me to an oyster. |
gptkbp:gender |
gptkb:Female
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gptkbp:has_a_humorous_relationship |
with her friends
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gptkbp:has_a_strong_personality |
that attracts Benedick
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gptkbp:has_adaptation |
of Much Ado About Nothing
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gptkbp:has_conflict_with |
gptkb:Benedick
gptkb:Don_John gptkb:Claudio |
gptkbp:has_family |
Cousin to Hero
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gptkbp:has_friend |
gptkb:Hero
gptkb:Ursula Strong bond with Hero |
gptkbp:has_function |
Evolves throughout the play
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gptkbp:has_relationship_with |
gptkb:Hero
gptkb:Benedick |
gptkbp:historical_interpretation |
Various interpretations by actors
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Beatrice
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gptkbp:influence |
Influences Benedick's views on love
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gptkbp:influence_on |
Modern interpretations of female characters
Shakespearean heroines |
gptkbp:influenced |
Dante's works
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gptkbp:inspired |
gptkb:Dante's_poetry
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gptkbp:interacts_with |
gptkb:Dogberry
gptkb:Leonato gptkb:Balthasar gptkb:Margaret Engages in banter with Benedick |
gptkbp:is |
a symbol of divine love
Dante's guide in Heaven |
gptkbp:is_a_central_character |
in Much Ado About Nothing
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gptkbp:is_a_comedic_character |
in the play
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gptkbp:is_a_moment_of |
Vulnerability
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gptkbp:is_a_muse_of |
gptkb:Dante_Alighieri
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gptkbp:is_a_symbol_of |
spiritual enlightenment
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gptkbp:is_associated_with |
heavenly wisdom
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gptkbp:is_challenged_by_benedick |
to prove her love
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gptkbp:is_character_in |
Dante's works
Shakespearean comedy |
gptkbp:is_cited_in |
Literary discussions
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gptkbp:is_compared_to |
Contrasts with Hero's character
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gptkbp:is_described_as |
a symbol of grace
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gptkbp:is_guided_by |
gptkb:Dante_Alighieri
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gptkbp:is_in |
gptkb:Much_Ado_About_Nothing
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gptkbp:is_inspired_by |
gptkb:Dante's_poetry
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gptkbp:is_involved_in |
Comic relief
Misunderstandings Climactic scenes |
gptkbp:is_involved_in_a_love_plot |
with Benedick
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gptkbp:is_involved_in_schemes |
to bring Benedick and her together
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gptkbp:is_known_for |
Strong personality
her sharp tongue Sharp tongue Witty banter |
gptkbp:is_known_for_her_independence |
and strong will
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gptkbp:is_known_for_her_transformation |
from a skeptic to a lover
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gptkbp:is_married_to |
Dante Alighieri (in his works)
Simone dei Bardi |
gptkbp:is_motivated_by |
Desire for connection
Desires genuine love Desire for equality in love Protecting Hero |
gptkbp:is_often_analyzed_in_literature |
for her character traits
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gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
gptkb:Indian_independence_movement
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gptkbp:is_often_compared_to |
gptkb:Hero
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gptkbp:is_often_enjoyed_with |
gptkb:Benedick
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gptkbp:is_often_seen_as_a_foil |
to other female characters
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gptkbp:is_often_seen_as_a_romantic_heroine |
in the play
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gptkbp:is_often_seen_in |
Strong female lead
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gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:The_Divine_Comedy
Dramatic irony Romantic subplot Love story |
gptkbp:is_part_of_a_love_triangle |
with Benedick and Claudio
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gptkbp:is_played_by |
gptkb:Much_Ado_About_Nothing
Various actresses |
gptkbp:is_portrayed_as |
Intelligent
various actors |
gptkbp:is_related_to |
gptkb:Hero
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gptkbp:language_spoken |
gptkb:Benedick
Famous for her witty retorts Known for her memorable lines Known for sharp and clever dialogue Uses humor to cope with situations |
gptkbp:legacy |
Considered one of Shakespeare's most memorable heroines
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gptkbp:mood |
Expresses disdain for marriage at first
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gptkbp:motif |
Recurring motif of deception
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gptkbp:music_style |
Comic relief
Voice of reason |
gptkbp:occupation |
gptkb:Unknown
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gptkbp:occurs_in |
gptkb:Character_development
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gptkbp:participates_in |
Deception plot
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gptkbp:performance |
Portrayed in various adaptations
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gptkbp:personality_trait |
Witty
Strong-willed |
gptkbp:plot |
Catalyst for Benedick's transformation
Confronts societal norms about marriage |
gptkbp:portrayed_by |
gptkb:Samantha_Barks
gptkb:Amy_Acker |
gptkbp:portrayed_in |
gptkb:The_Divine_Comedy
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gptkbp:public_perception |
Perceived as a modern woman for her time
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gptkbp:quote |
I had rather hear my dog bark at a crow than a man swear he loves me.
I do much wonder that one man, seeing how much another man is a fool when he dedicates his behaviours to love. |
gptkbp:relation_to |
Cousin of Hero
Friend of Benedick |
gptkbp:relationship |
Dynamic with other characters
Companion to the other female characters Complex relationship with societal expectations Complicated relationship with Benedick Evolves from antagonism to affection with Benedick Friendship with Ursula Rivalry with Claudio Supportive of Hero's love life |
gptkbp:relationship_with |
gptkb:Benedick
Simon James |
gptkbp:represents |
divine love
idealized womanhood Feminine wit the ideal of human love |
gptkbp:resolution |
Finds balance between independence and love
Finds happiness in love Marries Benedick Ultimately embraces love |
gptkbp:role |
gptkb:Spirit
Love interest Catalyst for Benedick's transformation Central female character |
gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Messina
gptkb:Messina,_Italy Contemporary |
gptkbp:symbolism |
Represents feminist ideals
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gptkbp:symbolizes |
divine love
Independent woman Challenge to patriarchy |
gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:Isolation
Love and relationships Explores themes of loyalty and betrayal |
gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:Deception
gptkb:honor gptkb:feminism Love and Relationships |
gptkbp:time_period |
16th Century
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gptkbp:user_experience |
Romantic tension
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gptkbp:view |
Views love with skepticism
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gptkbp:viewpoint |
Offers a unique perspective on love
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gptkbp:writings |
gptkb:play
Embodies feminist themes in literature |
gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Hero
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gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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