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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. In Act I, Scene II, what does Prospero promise to Ariel for the second time?
(a) To free him once he completes Prospero's orders.
(b) To bring him back to Milan with Prospero.
(c) To allow him to marry Miranda.
(d) To put him back in the tree if he does not obey.

2. What does Prospero state in an aside about Ferdinand?
(a) He will force Ferdinand into servitude.
(b) He will have him duel with Caliban.
(c) He is everything he had hoped he would be.
(d) He is too old for his daughter.

3. What is one of Sebastian's reservations about Antonio's plan in Act II, Scene I?
(a) That Alonso's daughter would then inherit the throne.
(b) That Antonio is tricking him.
(c) That they will never get off the island anyway.
(d) That Alonso will soon wake up.

4. The only nobleman who has a calm and positive attitude during the storm at sea is
(a) Ferdinand.
(b) Antonio.
(c) Alonso.
(d) Gonzalo.

5. The beginning of The Tempest takes place
(a) At sea.
(b) In Milan.
(c) At a wedding ceremony.
(d) In Tunis.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who thwarts Antonio's and Sebastian's plan in Act II, Scene I?

2. Prospero was formerly the Duke of

3. Alonso becomes more distraught after losing his son, remembering that he has also lost

4. Although the ship passengers believe the ship is gone, it is actually

5. Antonio is the brother of

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