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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. To aide in his disguise, what does Edgar do for clothing?
(a) Uses old rags.
(b) Uses only a blanket.
(c) Uses his old, torn clothing.
(d) Doesn't wear anything.

3. How many daughters does King Lear have?
(a) Three.
(b) One.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

4. King Lear has brought how many servants and knights to stay with Goneril?
(a) Two hundred.
(b) Three hundred.
(c) One hundred.
(d) Four hundred.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Edmund cuts his arm with what weapon after he and Edgar pretend to fight?

2. Cornwall and Regan administer what punishment to Kent?

3. How many suitors does Cordelia have when the King tells them that she will have no dowry?

4. Instead of referring to the King by his title, what does Oswald call the king?

5. What are the rumors that Curan tells Edmund?

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