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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 3, Scene 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Antonio's treatment of Prospero when they were in Milan mirrors
(a) Stephano's treatment of Caliban.
(b) Prospero's treatment of Ferdinand.
(c) Prospero's treatment of Caliban.
(d) Prospero's treatment of Miranda.

2. What part of the scene in which Caliban plans the assassination is somewhat poetic and shows the depth of Caliban?
(a) His wish to marry Miranda.
(b) His speech about the magic of the island.
(c) His request for Trinculo and Stephano to sing.
(d) His anger and spite against Prospero.

3. Who does Caliban talk about at length to Stephano?
(a) Prospero.
(b) Ariel.
(c) Miranda.
(d) Trinculo.

4. How does Antonio convince Sebastian to go along with the plan in Act II, Scene I?
(a) He tells him that they can combine powers once he is king of Naples.
(b) He describes the riches he will gain as the king of Naples.
(c) He tells him how much fun it is to be a king.
(d) He explains how much he benefited from taking Prospero's throne.

5. What does Miranda offer to Ferdinand while he is working?
(a) To talk to Prospero for him.
(b) To bring him some food and water.
(c) To show him Prospero's magical books.
(d) To work in Ferdinand's place.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sebastian wonder about Antonio and his usurpation of Prospero's throne?

2. What do Antonio and Sebastian plan to do in Act II, Scene I?

3. Why does Prospero tell the story of their past to Miranda?

4. When awakened, Alonso asks Sebastian and Antonio why they have their swords drawn. What is their excuse?

5. Why does Miranda urge Ferdinand not to work so hard?

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