In William Shakespeare's play Twelfth Night, twins Viola and Sebastian are often confused for each other, as Viola dresses like a man to gain employment in a lady's household. How does this confusion most likely affect the play?

As the climax, it reveals that Viola is not really Sebastian's twin.

As part of the rising action, it creates humor and surprise because of the confused identities.

As the resolution, it proves that women and men should never dress in each other's clothing.

As part of the exposition, it creates tension between Viola and Sebastian.

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Clark Webb

11 February, 15:57

In William Shakespeare's play Twelfth Night, twins Viola and Sebastian are often confused for each other, as Viola dresses like a man to gain employment in a lady's household. How does this confusion most likely affect the play?

As the climax, it reveals that Viola is not really Sebastian's twin.

As part of the rising action, it creates humor and surprise because of the confused identities.

As the resolution, it proves that women and men should never dress in each other's clothing.

As part of the exposition, it creates tension between Viola and Sebastian.

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Tristan Villanueva · Answer 1

Its likely the second choice; a s part of the rising action, it creates humor and surprise because of the confused identities. its one of shakespear's comedies and is quite funny.