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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Prospero scold Eshu in 3.3?
(a) For not taking off his shoes.
(b) For scaring his daughter.
(c) For not saying hello.
(d) For coming without an invitation.

2. How are Ariel and Caliban related?
(a) Cousins twice removed.
(b) Brother and sister.
(c) Sisters in slavery.
(d) Brothers in slavery.

3. What themes does Cesaire's play incorporate?
(a) War.
(b) Colonialism and negritude.
(c) Love and hate.
(d) Money.

4. What title did Prospero once hold?
(a) Prince.
(b) Priest.
(c) Lord.
(d) Duke.

5. What does Gonzalo see in the sky in 1.1?
(a) A comet.
(b) A rainbow.
(c) The sun.
(d) Lightening.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the start of 2.1, what is Caliban voicing his opinion about?

2. Who dispensed judgment upon Prospero in Italy?

3. What did the king's adviser give to Prospero before he came to the island?

4. Who refuses to eat from the table in 2.2?

5. Who in 1.1, does Gonzalo say he wants to meet?

(see the answer key)

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