King Lear Plot, Characters & Theme Quiz 3

Why is King Lear disappointed in his daughters?

• They have shown him kindness

• They've betrayed his trust

• They've treated him with respect

• They've given him gifts

What is Lear's reaction to his daughters' betrayal?

• He feels sad and hurt

• He feels joyful

• He feels proud

• He feels relaxed

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Why does Kent remain loyal to King Lear?

• He wants power

• He's Lear's friend

• He plans to betray Lear

• He's afraid of Lear

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How does Gloucester support King Lear?

• He ignores Lear

• He mocks Lear

• He gives Lear words of encouragement

• He warns Lear to leave

What do Regan and Goneril think about Lear's power?

• They believe Lear is too powerful

• They don't respect his authority

• They admire Lear

• They want to help him

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What does Kent mean by "Love is shown in deeds, not words"?

• Love requires showing, not just saying

• Love is only in actions

• Love is unimportant

• Words are stronger than actions

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Why is it important that Lear trusted his daughters?

• They used this trust against him

• They cared for him well

• They wanted his kingdom to be safe

• They wanted to respect him

What is Edmund's view of the kingdom's struggles?

• He finds it unimportant

• He sees it as a game he can use to his advantage

• He wants to restore the kingdom

• He wants to stay loyal to Lear

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How does Lear feel about his earlier decision to give up his kingdom?

• Regretful

• Proud

• Joyful

• Confused

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How does Kent's loyalty differ from that of Regan and Goneril?

• He's also disloyal to Lear

• He remains faithful, unlike the daughters

• He tries to overthrow Lear

• He ignores Lear

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