Question

in his soliloquy, benedick reflects on his reputation and feelings about

benedick compares his changing appetite for love to
preferences.

beatrice expresses her disdain for romantic advances through
insults.

shakespeare uses wordplay and
in the dialogue to reveal character dynamics.

the clever use of language in shakespeare’s comedies often involves

Explanation:

Sub - question 1

In "Much Ado About Nothing", Benedick's soliloquy is about his feelings and reputation regarding love (specifically his relationship with Beatrice and his views on marriage/love). So the most appropriate word to fill in is "love (or Beatrice/marriage)".

Benedick compares his changing appetite for love to food (or dietary) preferences. He uses the metaphor of how one's taste in food can change, similar to how his feelings about love are changing.

Beatrice expresses her disdain for romantic advances through witty (or sharp) insults. Her insults are clever and use wordplay, showing her sharp - tongued nature towards romantic pursuits.

Answer:

love (or Beatrice/marriage)

Sub - question 2