Exploring 'A Midsummer Nights Dream Characters

What predictions can you make about the characters in William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Nights Dream? In other words, what type of personalities do you think they will have? Write in complete sentences and a complete paragraph.

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Who is preparing to marry Hippolita in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'?

• Egeus

• Theseus

• Lysander

• Demetrius

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What role does Hippolita play in the Athenian society?

• A warrior queen

• A humble craftsman

• A mischievous fairy

• A young lover

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Who mediates conflicts and seeks resolution in Athens?

• Bottom

• Theseus

• Puck

• Oberon

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What is Hermia's main conflict in the play?

• Her service to Oberon

• Her loyalty to Titania

• Her defiance against her father's wishes

• Her role in the Mechanicals

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Who does Lysander love?

• Titania

• Hermia

• Hippolita

• Helena

What causes the shift in Demetrius's affections?

• A spell from Puck

• A decision by Theseus

• Helena's persuasion

• His natural change of heart

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How does Helena attempt to win Demetrius's affection?

• By becoming queen

• By leaving Athens

• By revealing Hermia's plans

• By casting a spell

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What is the primary conflict among the younger Athenians centered around?

• A magical spell gone wrong

• A royal decree

• Hermia's choice of lover

• The Mechanicals' play

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Who is the king of the fairies?

• Oberon

• Theseus

• Lysander

• Puck

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