The Sad Story of Sir Andrew in Twelfth Night

TLDRSir Andrew is disillusioned about his chances with Olivia and feels inferior to Cesario. Sir Toby convinces him that Olivia wants to make him jealous and encourages him to challenge Cesario to a duel. Sir Andrew, easily manipulated, agrees but lacks the courage to fight. Meanwhile, Malvolio is humiliated by wearing cross-gartered yellow stockings. Sir Toby's selfish motives and disregard for others are evident.

Key insights

😔Sir Andrew's insecurity and sadness about Olivia's favoritism towards Cesario

😈Sir Toby's manipulation and encouragement of Sir Andrew

🧦Malvolio's humiliation through cross-gartered yellow stockings

😒Sir Toby's indifference to the potential dangers of a duel

😂Maria's enjoyment and plans for further humiliation of Malvolio

Q&A

Why is Sir Andrew disillusioned about his chances with Olivia?

Sir Andrew feels inferior to Cesario, who receives more favor from Olivia than he does.

Why does Sir Toby convince Sir Andrew to challenge Cesario to a duel?

Sir Toby believes Sir Andrew lacks the courage to actually fight a duel and wants to further humiliate him.

What is the significance of Malvolio's yellow stockings?

Malvolio wears cross-gartered yellow stockings as part of a prank, which leads to his humiliation.

Why is Sir Toby indifferent to the potential dangers of a duel?

Sir Toby believes Sir Andrew doesn't have the courage to fight, so he doesn't consider the consequences.

How does Maria plan to further humiliate Malvolio?

Maria plans to make Olivia strike Malvolio, which he will interpret as a favor, further embarrassing him.

Timestamped Summary

00:09Sir Andrew complains to Sir Toby and Fabian about his disillusionment with Olivia's favoritism towards Cesario.

00:27Sir Toby convinces Sir Andrew that Olivia's actions are meant to make him jealous and encourages him to challenge Cesario to a duel.

01:33Malvolio is dressed in cross-gartered yellow stockings and grinning from ear to ear, leading to further humiliation.

01:41Sir Toby reveals his true motives to Fabian, stating that he has received money from Sir Andrew.

02:01Sir Toby and Fabian discuss Sir Andrew's cowardice and Cesario's courage.

02:07Maria appears, reminding the audience of the upcoming humiliation of Malvolio.