This scene opens with a discussion of Don John's reputation. What do we learn regarding public opinion of this character, in Act 2 Scene 1 that was hinted at by Leonato in Act 1 Scene 1? Does Don John perhaps have a reason to be unpleasant?

tom robinson he was a black man that was accused of raping caucasian woman, and an idealistic lawyer offers to defend him. which makes nobody believe in the innocence of a negro.

queen elizabeth's purpose in the passage is;

d. to persuade the troops that she is a capable commander

"i have the heart and stomach of a king. i myself will be your general, judge, and rewarder."