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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the Prologue, who does the Master of Ceremonies almost forget?

2. What body type is needed to play the tempest?

3. Who is Ariel ?

4. What did Cesaire study in college?

5. What do Gonzalo, Alonso, and Antonio complain about among themselves in 1.1?

Short Essay Questions

1. In 2.1, what does Ariel believe is the best way to destroy Prospero?

2. What are Cesaire's opinions on colonization?

3. What is Ariel's opinion about Prospero's tricks with the food in 2.2?

4. What violent act of nature occurs at the start of 1.1? What is it compared to?

5. What are Gonzalo's views on colonization in 2.2?

6. Who brings in food and takes away food from the men in 2.2?

7. What was Prospero and Miranda's life like prior to the island?

8. Who is Ariel and what is his role on the island?

9. What happens to the ship at the end of 1.1?

10. Which roles does the Master of Ceremonies assign to the characters?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the character of Prospero and compare him to two other characters of your choice. How does he relate to these characters?

Essay Topic 2

Compare Caliban and Ariel's views of slavery. How do their differing opinions aid Cesaire's message in the play?

Essay Topic 3

How does colonization and the anti-colonization movement present itself in Cesaire's adaptation of this play? Cite specific examples from the text to prove your argument.

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