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By Mr Field, 2002

Summary of Act 5
N.B. This is just a brief overview - it is no substitute for reading the play!
Duke Orsino decides to talk to Lady Olivia in person.
Cesario is accused of breaking the marriage appointment with Olivia, accused of beating Sir Andrew and Sir Toby, and accused of failing to gain Olivia’s love for Duke Orsino.
Sebastian arrives, and the confusion starts to be explained.
Duke Orsino, when he understands Cesario is really Viola in disguise, declares his love. Orsino proposes to Viola.
Malvolio’s explanation is read, and the trick of the fake letter is revealed.
The play ends with a song from Feste. Only Malvolio is left upset and angry.
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