A Midsummer Night's Dream - Act 1

Front

Who tells Demetrius that Lysander and Hermia are planning to escape?

Back

Helena

Front

Who brings the complaint against Hermia to Theseus in Act I?

Back

Egeus

Front

What can you infer about the character Theseus?

Back

He enforces the law, but he wants Hermia to marry Demetrius so she can avoid punishment.

Front

Who is in charge of the play 'Pyramus and Thisbe'?

Back

Peter Quince

Front

Who wants to play ALL of the parts in the play?

Back

Bottom

Front

What is the main conflict introduced in Act 1 of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'?

Back

The conflict between Hermia's desire to marry Lysander and her father's wish for her to marry Demetrius.

Front

What role does Egeus play in Act 1?

Back

Egeus is Hermia's father who insists she marry Demetrius.

Front

How does Helena feel about Demetrius in Act 1?

Back

Helena is in love with Demetrius, despite his harsh treatment of her.

Front

What is the significance of the forest in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'?

Back

The forest represents a place of magic and transformation, where characters experience change.

Front

What does Theseus represent in the play?

Back

Theseus represents law and order, as well as the authority of the state.