Much Ado: Lesson III: Review Questions IV & V

At first glance, Claudio's outburst at Hero seemed like the mistake of a wounded lover. On closer inspection however, I've determined that he is just stubborn. He becomes convinced that it was Hero who betrayed him, and is obsessed with the idea of Heroes betrayal. He fixates upon her unfaithfulness and is converted to Benedick's view of marriage. He sees Hero as a war trophy, a prize at the end of the journey, and a fine status symbol, but not a real companion. When he realizes his "orange" is "rotten", he sides with his army buddies, and ruins the wedding.