The Tempest Quiz

What causes the shipwreck at the beginning of The Tempest?

• A rebellion

• A magical storm created by Prospero

• A natural hurricane

• A pirate attack

Prospero is the rightful Duke of which place?

• Milan

• Naples

• Venice

• Verona

Ariel is best described as:

• A human servant

• A spirit of the air

• A loyal knight

• A sorcerer

Which character represents the theme of colonization and oppression?

• Ferdinand

• Caliban

• Gonzalo

• Antonio

True or False: Miranda falls in love with Ferdinand immediately upon meeting him.

• True

• False

What does Prospero intend to do at the end of the play?

• Seek revenge on his enemies

• Reclaim his dukedom and forgive his enemies

• Abandon his magical powers

• Both b and c

True or False: Caliban is depicted as a purely villainous character with no redeeming qualities.

• True

• False

Who helps Prospero regain his position as Duke of Milan?

• Ariel

• Gonzalo

• Alonso

• Miranda

Which theme is NOT explored in The Tempest?

• Betrayal

• Reconciliation

Prospero’s magic is drawn from books and his staff.

• True

• False