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Examine Act 3 Scene 2 and consider its importance in the development of the plot, in the presentation of character and in the revelation themes, discussing also the effectiveness of the language.
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Examine Act 3 Scene 2 and consider its importance in the development of the plot, in the presentation of character and in the revelation themes, discussing also the effectiveness of the language. In Act 3 Scene 2, Shakespeare uses the climax of the courtroom scene as a device to conclude the first half of the play. The preceding acts lead up to the courtroom scene where many of the audience's questions are answered. Will Hermione be found innocent? And will Leontes realise and admit his mistakes? Both the courtiers', present in this scene and the audience reach the courtroom scene with the expectation that sanity will prevail. Act 3 Scene 2 is central to the developing plot on several grounds. The court scene is the catalyst for Leontes' change in manner. Leontes changes from pompous to instantly rational and humble as a result of the revelations that he hears. Leontes vows to...
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