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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. Why does Prospero conjure the spirits to dance for Ferdinand and Miranda?
(a) He wanted to display his power to Ferdinand.
(b) He saw Ferdinand getting too close to Miranda.
(c) He wanted to surprise them with an early wedding gift.
(d) He was bored and wanted the entertainment.

2. Who ties to calm down Caliban in Act II, Scene II?
(a) Stephano.
(b) Trinculo.
(c) Prospero.
(d) Antonio.

3. In the false banquet scene, what characteristic of Gonzalo is revealed that he shares with Miranda and Ferdinand?
(a) Selflessness.
(b) Naivety.
(c) Intelligence.
(d) Purity.

4. At the end of Act IV, Scene I, what does Prospero promise to Ariel after asking him to pursue Trinculo, Stephano and Caliban?
(a) Imprisonment.
(b) Knowledge.
(c) Love.
(d) Freedom.

5. Antonio is the brother of
(a) Ferdinand.
(b) Alonso.
(c) Sebastian.
(d) Prospero.

Short Answer Questions

1. Prior to Prospero releasing him, Ariel was stuck for twelve years in a

2. At the end of Act II, Scene II, what is Caliban doing?

3. In speaking to Stephano, what does Caliban describe as very important?

4. Who is watching Ferdinand and Miranda from a distance in Act III, Scene I?

5. What does Ferdinand protest when Prospero accuses him of wanting to take over the island?

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