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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who tells Kent of a plot against the King?
(a) A gentleman.
(b) Gloucester.
(c) The stars.
(d) His dreams.

2. When Lear bemoans his treatment at Goneril's house, what does Regan say?
(a) Regan defends Goneril.
(b) Regan agrees with Lear.
(c) Regan doesn't say anything.
(d) Regan says that she will be different.

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

4. What is the name of the person who stands up for Cordelia when her father disinherits her?
(a) Gloucester.
(b) Kent.
(c) Burgundy.
(d) Albany.

5. Regan thinks that Gloucester should suffer what punishment?
(a) Beheading.
(b) Prison.
(c) Hanging.
(d) The stocks.

Short Answer Questions

1. Gloucester, when mentioning the effect of the stars and planets on relationships, says that these effects have caused King Lear to do what to Cordelia?

2. Who is Gloucester's illegitimate son?

3. Who kills Oswald?

4. What room in the house does Act I, Scene 4 take place?

5. Who states that Goneril is a better soldier than Albany?

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