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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Oswald is what relation to Goneril?
(a) Her cousin.
(b) Her son.
(c) Her steward.
(d) Her husband.

2. What is the name of Edmund's legitimate brother?
(a) Edgar.
(b) Edward.
(c) Ethan.
(d) Eric.

3. Edmund cuts his arm with what weapon after he and Edgar pretend to fight?
(a) An arrow.
(b) A sword.
(c) A dagger.
(d) A knife.

4. When King Lear announces that he is retiring, what does he want to do with his lands?
(a) Choose one of his daughters to be Queen.
(b) Reward his youngest daughter with the lands.
(c) Divide them equally amongst his daughters.
(d) Give them equally to his son-in-laws.

5. By what title does Oswald refer to Goneril as in Act I, Scene 3?
(a) Madam.
(b) Princess.
(c) Duchess.
(d) Lady.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Edmund tells his brother that his father is horribly angry with him, what does Edmund advise his brother to do?

2. Who is Edmund's father?

3. Curan holds what position in society?

4. Before leaving Goneril's house, what does the Fool warn King Lear about?

5. How many of King Lear's daughters are married?

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