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Measure for Measure

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William Shakespeare Biography

About Measure for Measure

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Act I
Act II
Act III
Act IV
Act V

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Isabella
Angelo
The Duke
Lucio
Escalus
Claudio

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Form in Measure for Measure
Subplot in Measure for Measure
The Substitute Bed Partner in Measure for Measure
Title of Measure for Measure
Themes in Measure for Measure
Relationship to Shakespeare's Other Plays

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Should the government bail out the auto industry?

Yes, it's too important to our economy.
No, the government is already broke enough.
Only with strict regulations on how they can spend the money.

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Escalus

An aged and trusted advisor to the duke, left second in command when the duke goes into disguise. Escalus' chief role is to act as a foil to Angelo, arguing mercy against Angelo's determination for strict enforcement of the law.

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