Exploring Characters in A Midsummer Night's Dream

What motivates Hermia to defy her father Egeus’s wishes in "A Midsummer Night’s Dream"?

• She wants to become queen.

• She is in love with Lysander.

• She dislikes Athens.

• She wants to marry Demetrius.

Which character is most responsible for causing confusion among the lovers in the forest?

• Oberon

• Puck

• Theseus

• Helena

How does Helena feel about Hermia at the beginning of the play?

• She is jealous of Hermia.

• She dislikes Hermia.

• She is indifferent to Hermia.

• She is angry with Hermia.

What is Demetrius’s attitude toward Helena at the start of the play?

• He loves her deeply.

• He ignores her.

• He is annoyed by her affection.

• He wants to marry her.

Which of the following best describes Bottom’s personality?

• Shy and quiet

• Proud and foolish

• Serious and strict

• Sad and lonely

What is Oberon’s main motivation for using the magic flower?

• To punish Puck

• To win Titania’s affection

• To help Hermia

• To become king of Athens

How does Titania’s attitude toward Bottom change after she is enchanted?

• She ignores him.

• She falls in love with him.

• She argues with him.

• She is afraid of him.

Which character tries to run away from Athens to escape an unwanted marriage?

• Helena

• Hermia

• Titania

• Hippolyta

What does Puck enjoy most about his role in the play?

• Helping the lovers

• Playing tricks on people

• Following orders

• Singing songs

How does Lysander’s attitude toward Hermia change after Puck’s mistake?

• He loves her more.

• He falls in love with Helena.

• He ignores both women.

• He wants to leave Athens.