A Midsummer Night's Dream Act 1 Scene 1

What event is Theseus preparing for?

• His wedding to Hippolyta

• A war with Egeus

• A duel with Lysander

• A festival in Athens

Who does Egeus want Hermia to marry?

• Demetrius

• Lysander

• Theseus

• Bottom

Who does Hermia actually love?

• Demetrius

• Lysander

• Oberon

• Theseus

What punishment does Hermia face if she disobeys her father?

• Marriage to Theseus

• Death or becoming a nun

• Banishment

• Public humiliation

What is Theseus' role in the city?

• Duke of Athens

• King of the Fairies

• Hermia's father

• Court Jester

What plan do Hermia and Lysander make?

• To challenge Egeus

• To run away together and get married

• To stay and beg for mercy

• To pretend Hermia loves Demetrius

Who used to be in love with Helena?

• Demetrius

• Lysander

• Theseus

• Oberon

Who is currently in love with Helena?

• Lysander

• Demetrius

• Egeus

• No one

What does Helena decide to do after hearing Hermia's plan?

• Tell no one

• Tell Demetrius, hoping he'll like her

• Join them

• Leave Athens

What theme is introduced clearly in this scene?

• Love is complicated and unfair

• The danger of magic

• The cruelty of war

• The importance of royalty