7.3.1

Summary

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Act 5, Scene 3

Claudio makes good on his promise to clear Hero’s name, hanging a memorial on her family tomb.

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  • This is a serious, sombre scene, written entirely in blank verse.
  • This helps illustrate the sincerity of Claudio’s words, continuing his redemption as the play draws towards its denouement.

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