The Tempest

Which of the following best characterizes Miranda as Shakespeare presents her in Act I of The Tempest?

• deceitful and sly

• frivolous and silly

• studious and bookish

• kind and compassionate

In The Tempest, Act I, what does Caliban most likely mean when he tells Miranda, “You taught me language, and my profit on’t / Is, I know how to curse”?

• He means that Miranda did not teach him to read or write, so being able to speak is of no use to him.

• He means that Miranda was a poor and unskilled teacher because he could not learn to speak properly.

• He means that Miranda has taught him useless skills, except that he can now insult his teachers.

• He means that Miranda has taught him to despise himself because he comes from a questionable background.

A Shakespearean romance typically features dark themes with hints of violence. Which of the following best describes a dark and violent theme Shakespeare introduces in Act I of The Tempest?

• the wisdom acquired with experience

• the danger of uncontrolled passions

• the sweetness of love at first sight

• the permanence of familial loyalty

How did Prospero and Miranda survive the journey to the island?

• Prospero used his magic to sail their small boat to safety.

• Pure good luck had brought the boat drifting safely to the island.

• Gonzalo had kindly provided the boat with clothes, food, water, and supplies.

• The spirit Ariel turned into a gentle breeze and blew the boat to land.

How does Prospero feel about his treatment of Caliban?

• He feels justified in how he treats him.

• He feels saddened that Caliban does not respect him.

• He doesn't care about how Caliban feels.

• He feels happy that he has power over someone as strong and powerful as Caliban.

When Prospero says ithat he has more commands for Ariel, Ariel protests: Remember, I have done thee worthy service, Told thee no lies, made thee no mistakings, served Without or grudge or grumblings. Thou didst promise To bate me a full year. What does Ariel’s speech imply about the relationship between him and Prospero?

• Ariel knows that he can turn to Prospero for comfort.

• Ariel believes he can rely on Prospero’s sense of justice.

• Prospero hopes to adopt Ariel into his family as his heir.

• Prospero tolerates Ariel’s mischief and enjoys his company.

SHAKESPEARE TRIVIA!: The scientific community has honored The Tempest in what fashion?

• The moons of Uranus are named after Tempest characters.

• A species of frogs discovered in Africa are named after Prospero and Miranda

• A series of rivers in South America are named after the magical characters: Ariel, Caliban, and Sycorax

• Many of the periodic elements are named after the spirits mentioned in the play.

How does Caliban feel about being on the island?He longs for his escape from the deserted island.

• He longs for his escape from the deserted island.

• He feels tortured by the loniless and lack of people.

• He is content with a land that is his own.

• He feels happy that others have come to the island.

Which of the following words was not originally invented by Shakespeare for use in "The Tempest"?

• Eyeball

• Watchdog

• Leaky

• Headache

Caliban and Prospero's relationship could be described as ___________________________