What is the main purpose of a prologue in a Shakespearean play?
Midsummer Acts 3-5 Review

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10th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To introduce the only main characters
To summarize the plot of the play
To explain the historical context
To list the cast
Answer explanation
The main purpose of a prologue in a Shakespearean play is to summarize the plot, providing the audience with a brief overview of the story and its themes, setting the stage for what is to come.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happened to Bottom that caused his friends to run away from him?
He started singing loudly
His head was transformed into that of a donkey
He fell asleep on stage
He forgot his lines
Answer explanation
Bottom's friends ran away because his head was transformed into that of a donkey, which frightened them. This magical transformation is a key comedic element in Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Puck do to prevent Lysander and Demetrius from hurting each other in Act 4?
He uses fog and pretends to be the other person
He locks them in a room
He calls for Oberon’s help
He distracts them with music
Answer explanation
Puck uses fog to confuse Lysander and Demetrius, making them think they are fighting each other. By pretending to be one of them, he prevents them from hurting one another, showcasing his cleverness and mischief.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Puck’s motive for turning Bottom’s head into a donkey?
To punish Bottom for being rude
To help Oberon and create mischief
To help Bottom win a bet
To scare the other actors
Answer explanation
Puck transforms Bottom's head into a donkey to create mischief and assist Oberon in his plans. This act exemplifies Puck's playful nature and his role as a trickster in the story.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Helena believes that ____ and ____ are making fun of her when they show their feelings toward her.
Hermia and Lysander
Demetrius and Oberon
Lysander and Demetrius
Titania and Puck
Answer explanation
Helena feels that Lysander and Demetrius are mocking her because their affections seem insincere, leading her to believe they are making fun of her feelings.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which character does NOT belong to the fairy group of characters?
Oberon
Titania
Puck
Quince
Answer explanation
Quince is a character from Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' but is not a fairy. Oberon, Titania, and Puck are all part of the fairy realm, making Quince the correct choice as the character that does not belong.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which character does NOT belong to the group of actors (the Mechanicals)?
Snug
Flute
Demetrius
Quince
Answer explanation
Demetrius is not part of the Mechanicals, who are a group of amateur actors in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. Snug, Flute, and Quince are all members of this group, while Demetrius is one of the main characters in the play.
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