- Malvolio describes viola ‘of mankind’ meaning that he is nothing more than an average human being. Malvolia gives Olivia a very negative impression describing him as ‘ill mannerd’ and rude. Malvolio makes it clear that ‘he’ll speak’ with Olivia whether she likes it or not. From Malvolios negative impressions Olivia greets Viola intruged. She asks ‘what personage and years is he?’ showing interest and curiosity.
- Viola asks for’the honourable lady of the house’ when Olivia replied ‘I shall answer for her.’ Olivia keeps Viola unaware of who she is. Viola says she has ‘ never sae her’ meaning she has never met Orsinos love before. Viola has only heard of Viola’s beauty and appearance from Orsino. Olivia is wearing a ‘veil’ over her face to disguise her identity.
- The line ‘ I am not what I play’ would make the audience laugh as they know that Viola is disguised as a man. Viola ignores this message as she is blinded by love. By Viola ignoring this message it again shows how Shakespeare is putting across how love is deceiving and blind.
- Unpredictable