Every Man in His Humour: Act 4, Scene 3 Summary & Analysis

Kitely comes in, wondering about the cause of the commotion. Wellbred blames it on “one of my brother’s ancient humours” and leaves, with Stephen, Bobadil, Matthew, Edward and Brainworm in tow. Downright rants about Wellbred, Bobadil, and Matthew. Bridget criticizes him for being too angry.

Bridget and Dame Kitely praise Edward, with Bridget suggesting she has affections for him. Dame Kitely says he is “of an exceeding fair disposition, and of very excellent good parts!” After they exit, Kitely misinterprets “parts” to mean Edward’s body, rather than the most likely intended meaning of personal qualities. Kitely thinks the “gallants” are hiding in the house and goes in to search.