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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. The tempest is a symbolic form of an upheaval from a state of
(a) Nature.
(b) Harm.
(c) Disgust.
(d) Peace.

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

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

5. Who wants to take over the throne of Naples?
(a) Adrian.
(b) Prospero.
(c) Antonio.
(d) Sebastian.

6. Prospero's magical power comes from
(a) His books.
(b) His staff.
(c) Ariel.
(d) The trees.

7. In his soliloquy, what does Ferdinand say makes his job easier?
(a) Thoughts of Miranda.
(b) Prospero's kindness.
(c) The nice weather.
(d) His natural strength.

8. How does one character finally get Caliban to calm down in Act II, Scene II?
(a) By saying nice things to Caliban.
(b) By singing him a song.
(c) By giving him money.
(d) By giving Caliban wine.

9. Prospero gives Ferdinand a hard time in order to
(a) Gain his respect.
(b) See his true character.
(c) Anger Alonso.
(d) Keep him away from Miranda.

10. Miranda dislikes Caliban, because
(a) He is malformed.
(b) He is rude.
(c) He tries to trick her with magic.
(d) He tried to rape her.

11. What does Antonio offer to do in order to persuade Sebastian to go along with the plan?
(a) He offers to kill Alonso and have Sebastian kill Gonzalo.
(b) He promises to keep it a secret and never tell anyone.
(c) He promises he will not try to assassinate Sebastian once he is king.
(d) He offers to kill Gonzalo and have Sebastian kill Alonso.

12. Why does Ferdinand prefer not to do Prospero's work?
(a) Because he does not want to marry Miranda.
(b) Because he does not want to take over the island.
(c) Because he is not strong enough.
(d) Because he is a prince of Naples.

13. As Caliban becomes drunk, what is one of the things he promises to Trinculo and Stephano?
(a) He promises to serve them.
(b) He promises to help mend their clothes.
(c) He promises to leave them alone.
(d) He promises to help them off of the island.

14. What does Miranda impulsively do in Act III, Scene I?
(a) Tells Ferdinand the secrets of the island.
(b) Kisses Ferdinand.
(c) Tells Ferdinand her name.
(d) Tells Ferdinand to run away.

15. Who is not lulled to sleep in Act II, Scene I?
(a) Gonzalo and Sebastian.
(b) Antonio and Gonzalo.
(c) Alonso and Sebastian.
(d) Antonio and Sebastian.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Trinculo hide underneath Caliban's robes?

2. Ferdinand is surprised by Miranda, because she

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

4. Why does Ferdinand not want Miranda to help him with his work?

5. Why does Prospero tell the story of their past to Miranda?

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