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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 4, Scene 1, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Prospero gained his power from his books and
(a) The boat.
(b) Miranda.
(c) The island.
(d) Ariel.

2. Although coming from different worlds, Miranda and Ferdinand are similar because of their
(a) Moral beliefs.
(b) Age.
(c) Innocence.
(d) Fathers.

3. What subplot comes to an end at the completion of Act IV, Scene I?
(a) Prospero's use of his magical powers.
(b) Ariel's dedication to Prospero.
(c) The plan by Caliban, Trinculo and Stephano to kill Prospero.
(d) The deal between Prospero and Ariel.

4. What does Miranda do in response to Ferdinand's declaration of his love for her?
(a) She offers to marry him.
(b) She becomes frightened and calls Prospero.
(c) She lets him go free.
(d) She tells him that she does not feel the same.

5. Prior to Prospero releasing him, Ariel was stuck for twelve years in a
(a) Storm.
(b) Box.
(c) Tree.
(d) Cage.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Tempest is considered one of Shakespeare's

2. What sets Alonso apart from Antonio in Prospero's eyes?

3. What is the strange noise that Gonzalo claims he heard?

4. When Trinculo and Stephano wonder where the music is coming from, what is Caliban's reasoning?

5. The beginning of The Tempest takes place

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