The Tempest - Act II Quiz
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- 1.
Who makes a speech about his thankfulness that they survived the storm?
- A.
Alonso
- B.
Gonzalo
- C.
Ferdinand
- D.
Sebastian
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B. GonzaloExplanation
Gonzalo makes a speech about his thankfulness that they survived the storm.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What does Sebastian say is Alonso's fault?
- A.
The "death" of Ferdinand
- B.
The ship sinking
- C.
Them being stranded
- D.
Their lack of food
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B. The ship sinkingExplanation
Sebastian says that the ship sinking is Alonso's fault.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What do Sebastian and Antonio plan while everyone is under Ariel's sleeping spell?
- A.
To protect everyone with their own lives
- B.
A surprise party for Alonso
- C.
A way to steal the King's crown
- D.
To never tell that they killed Ferdinand
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C. A way to steal the King's crownExplanation
Sebastian and Antonio plan to steal the King's crown while everyone is under Ariel's sleeping spell. This suggests that they have ulterior motives and are taking advantage of the situation to carry out their plan.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is Caliban doing when Trinculo comes in?
- A.
Dancing and singing a song
- B.
Cursing Prospero
- C.
Dining on fine foods
- D.
Sleeping
Correct Answer
B. Cursing ProsperoExplanation
Caliban is cursing Prospero when Trinculo comes in. This suggests that Caliban holds a deep resentment towards Prospero, possibly due to his enslavement or mistreatment by him. Caliban's cursing can be seen as an expression of his anger and desire for revenge against his oppressor.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What happens when Stefano comes in?
- A.
He believes that he can make money off the "strange creature"
- B.
He prods Caliban
- C.
Both Caliban & Trinculo begin to drink with him
- D.
All of the above
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D. All of the aboveExplanation
When Stefano comes in, all of the above actions occur. He believes that he can make money off the "strange creature," which shows his opportunistic nature. He also prods Caliban, possibly out of curiosity or to assert dominance. Additionally, both Caliban and Trinculo begin to drink with him, indicating a sense of camaraderie or shared enjoyment.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Both Trinculo & Stefano believe they can make money at home off the strange ccreature
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Trinculo and Stefano both believe they can make money at home off the strange creature. This suggests that both characters have a similar mindset and are opportunistic. They see the potential to profit from the strange creature, indicating that they are willing to take risks and exploit opportunities for financial gain. This aligns with the idea that they are motivated by money and are willing to engage in unconventional methods to achieve their goals. Therefore, the statement "Both Trinculo & Stefano believe they can make money at home off the strange creature" is true.Rate this question:
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What does Caliban swear at the end of the scene?
- A.
Devotion to Stefano, who he thinks is a god
- B.
To kill Prospero
- C.
To go on a diet and start eating right
- D.
To start listening to Prospero
Correct Answer
A. Devotion to Stefano, who he thinks is a godExplanation
Caliban swears his devotion to Stefano, whom he believes to be a god. This indicates that Caliban has transferred his loyalty from Prospero to Stefano, as he sees Stefano as a powerful being who can offer him protection and freedom. Caliban's decision to align himself with Stefano reflects his desire to escape Prospero's control and seek a new authority figure to follow.Rate this question:
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