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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who leads Ferdinand to Prospero?
(a) Ariel.
(b) Miranda.
(c) Caliban.
(d) Alonso.

3. The two spirits who reside on the island with Prospero and Miranda are
(a) Trinculo and Ariel.
(b) Caliban and Ariel.
(c) Trinculo and Stephano.
(d) Caliban and Trinculo.

4. When awakened, Alonso asks Sebastian and Antonio why they have their swords drawn. What is their excuse?
(a) They were having a heated argument.
(b) They were seeing whose sword was bigger.
(c) They heard something and were preparing to protect everyone.
(d) They were practicing their swordsmanship.

5. What does Caliban believe Trinculo to be?
(a) Miranda's new suitor.
(b) A pillager come to ruin the island.
(c) One of the sailors washed ashore.
(d) Another torturous spirit.

Short Answer Questions

1. Prospero gives Ferdinand a hard time in order to

2. Prospero seeks revenge against

3. Who ties to calm down Caliban in Act II, Scene II?

4. What is Prospero's reasoning for why Miranda believes that Ferdinand is the most beautiful man she has ever known?

5. The only nobleman who has a calm and positive attitude during the storm at sea is

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