The character of Varrius first appears in Act IV, around the same time the Provost enters with the head of a dead pirate.  
The character of Varrius first appears in Act IV, around the same time the Provost enters with the head of a dead pirate.  Earlier in the play, an exchange about what sort of apparel fits a thief takes place between the executioner, Abhorson, and the imprisoned clown, Pompey.  A subplot focuses on Frederick's sister, who is introduced listening to the song "Take, O take those lips away," and pines for a lover who abandoned her.  The heroine is introduced during a discussion with Francisca that is interrupted by Lucio who informs her that a new Lord now governs Vienna.  Based on George Whetstone's Promos and Cassandra, the main plot revolves around a woman asked to sacrifice her virginity to save her brother.  For 10 points, identify this Shakespeare play that that ends with the marriage of Mariana and Angelo, the return of the Duke, and Isabella securing the release of Claudio.
The character of Varrius first appears in Act IV, around the same time the Provost enters with the head of a dead pirate.  
Measure for Measure