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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Antonio thinks the Boatswain is being rude by not adhering to his
(a) Rank.
(b) Men.
(c) Ship.
(d) Rules.

2. Why does Ferdinand not want Miranda to help him with his work?
(a) Because she has never done it before.
(b) Because she is too young.
(c) Because he wants to show off for her.
(d) Because it is too hard for her.

3. What does Alonso do when Prospero reveals Ferdinand and Miranda to him?
(a) He tries to kill Prospero for hiding him.
(b) He blesses their marriage.
(c) He tells Ferdinand that he will not wed Miranda.
(d) He falls in love with Miranda.

4. In Act IV, Scene I, how is Prospero feeling toward Caliban?
(a) Prospero feels betrayed by Caliban.
(b) Prospero feels sorry for Caliban.
(c) Prospero wants to befriend Caliban.
(d) Prospero is disgusted with Caliban.

5. What is the strange noise that Gonzalo claims he heard?
(a) Antonio's and Sebastian's whispering.
(b) Alonso talking in his sleep.
(c) Ariel's singing.
(d) Twigs breaking.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Stephano believe that Caliban and Trinculo are some sort of wild beasts when he sees them under the blanket?

3. What does Prospero think about Ferdinand's and Miranda's attraction to each other?

4. Caliban believes the island is

5. What does Trinculo believe Caliban to be?

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