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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. Ferdinand is the prince of
(a) Carthage.
(b) Milan.
(c) Tunis.
(d) Naples.

2. By the beginning of Act III, Scene II, what is the state of Caliban, Trinculo and Stephano?
(a) Mad.
(b) Drunk.
(c) Elated.
(d) Sick.

3. Caliban wanted to populate the island with
(a) Other spirits.
(b) Lizards.
(c) His children.
(d) Coconut trees.

4. The ship passengers' increasing fear and anxiety are the result of
(a) Ariel's illusions.
(b) The ship breaking apart.
(c) Landing on a strange island.
(d) Something they ate.

5. Why does Ferdinand prefer not to do Prospero's work?
(a) Because he does not want to marry Miranda.
(b) Because he does not want to take over the island.
(c) Because he is a prince of Naples.
(d) Because he is not strong enough.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who wants to take over the throne of Naples?

2. Prospero gained his power from his books and

3. In his soliloquy, what does Ferdinand say makes his job easier?

4. Prospero gives Ferdinand a hard time in order to

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

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