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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Instead of calling Edgar mad, Lear gives him what title?
(a) Poet.
(b) Philosopher.
(c) Fool.
(d) Wise man.

2. Cordelia says she is guiding the French army against the English only because of what?
(a) Her desire for land.
(b) Her love for her father.
(c) Her desire to oust her sisters.
(d) Her annoyance at her sisters.

3. Who calls the hovel haunted?
(a) The King.
(b) The Fool.
(c) Kent.
(d) Edgar.

4. What does the doctor prescribe to help cure Lear's madness?
(a) Sleep and rest.
(b) Herbs and walking.
(c) Cold water baths.
(d) Nothing can cure madness.

5. Who brings Cordelia the news that the British armies are marching towards them?
(a) An officer.
(b) A soldier.
(c) A gentleman.
(d) A messenger.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lear says the anguish of the storm distracts him from what?

2. Lear states that Edgar is the natural man, after his ravings, because of what?

3. Kent repeatedly calls Oswald by what name?

4. Oswald and Kent meet in front of what structure?

5. Cordelia enters Act 4, Scene 4 with what instruments sounding?

(see the answer key)

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