Falstaff Fast Facts

1. In The Merry Wives of Windsor, Sir John Falstaff, who had already appeared in earlier plays by William Shakespeare, got the major role this time. How would you describe Falstaff?

2. To how many wives does the title of The Merry Wives of Windsor refer?

3. Sir John Falstaff wrote almost identical love letters to The Merry Wives of Windsor and sat back and waited for his plans to work. What did he not know that caused his plans to backfire?

4. While The Wives were planning the downfall of Sir John Falstaff, a certain Mistress Anne Page had three prospective suitors. Which of the following was NOT one of them?

5. Sir John Falstaff was bribed to approach one of the wives by one of the husbands in disguise, who wanted to check upon his wife’s fidelity. Neither knew the fate planned. What did the ladies do to Falstaff?