# Scene VI explained — Measure for Measure

> Chapter companion for Measure for Measure by William Shakespeare.

## What happens

Isabella and Mariana prepare to publicly accuse Angelo, guided by Friar Peter, as the Duke returns to Vienna.

## Themes in this chapter

### Deception and Manipulation

Isabella and Mariana are coached to speak indirectly and veil their true purpose, using deception to achieve justice.

### Justice and Mercy

The planned public accusation seeks to expose Angelo's hypocrisy and secure justice for Claudio.

## Character check-ins

### Isabella

Reluctant to speak indirectly but resolved to follow the Duke's plan to accuse Angelo.

### Mariana

Urges Isabella to be ruled by the Duke's advice and participates in the scheme.

### Friar Peter

Arranges a vantage point for Isabella and Mariana to confront the Duke upon his entry.

## Key lines

> To speak so indirectly I am loath: I would say the truth; but to accuse him so, That is your part: yet I am advised to do it; He says, to veil full purpose.

Isabella dislikes being indirect but agrees to accuse Angelo as instructed, hiding their true intent.

_Isabella expresses her discomfort with deception while committing to the plan._

> Come, I have found you out a stand most fit, Where you may have such vantage on the duke, He shall not pass you.

Friar Peter has arranged a spot where they can intercept the Duke as he enters.

_Friar Peter positions Isabella and Mariana for their public accusation._

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