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Why is Malvolio’s desire for Olivia seen as a joke?

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A.) He is clearly no match for Olivia in terms of temperament or social status.

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Answer: A. He is clearly no match for Olivia in terms of temperament and social status.

In Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, Malvolio's desire for Olivia was seen as a joke clearly because of their apparent incompatibility. Malvolio is only a head servant while Olivia is a countess.

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