The Tempest - Week 1

What is one of the key themes introduced in Act 1 of "The Tempest"?

• The importance of wealth

• The power of nature

• The value of friendship

• The significance of technology

Why does Prospero create the storm at the beginning of the play?

• To punish the sailors

• To test his magical powers

• To bring his enemies to the island

• To impress his daughter, Miranda

Which character is eager to gain freedom from Prospero's control?

• Ferdinand

• Ariel

• Gonzalo

• Antonio

How does Miranda feel about Ferdinand when she first meets him?

• She is suspicious of him

• She is indifferent to him

• She falls in love with him

• She is afraid of him

What motivates Antonio to betray his brother Prospero?

• Jealousy and desire for power

• Fear of Prospero's magic

• Loyalty to the king

• A promise of wealth

Evaluate the relationship between Prospero and Caliban. How does Prospero view Caliban?

• As a loyal servant

• As a son

• As a monster and a slave

• As a friend

Which character tries to comfort Alonso after the shipwreck?

• Sebastian

• Gonzalo

• Antonio

• Trinculo

Analyse why Caliban resents Prospero. What is one reason for his anger?

• Prospero stole his magical powers

• Prospero took control of the island

• Prospero imprisoned his family

• Prospero destroyed his home

What does Ariel long for throughout Acts 1 and 2?

• Wealth and riches

• Freedom

• A family of his own

• A powerful position

Summarise the relationship between Miranda and Prospero.

• They are distant and formal

• They are loving and protective of each other

• They are competitive and hostile

• They are indifferent to each other