King Lear

What best describes the Fool’s role in relation to King Lear?

• He is Lear’s political advisor

• He represents Lear’s madness

• He acts as Lear’s conscience

• He serves Regan and Goneril

Why does the Fool criticize Lear early in the play?

• Because Lear refuses to give him money

• Because Lear banished Cordelia and gave power to the wrong daughters

• Because Lear speaks in riddles

• Because Lear threatens to fire him

Which of these lines shows the Fool expressing regret on Lear’s behalf?

• “If thou wert my fool, nuncle, I'd have thee beaten.”

• “Thou shouldst not have been old till thou hadst been wise.”

• “He that has a little tiny wit must make content with his fortunes fit.”

• “All thy other titles thou hast given away.”

What triggers the main conflict in King Lear?

• Lear’s desire to punish the Fool

• Lear’s division of the kingdom among his daughters

• Lear’s marriage to a second wife

• Cordelia’s betrayal of Lear

How does the Fool use humor in his speech to Lear?

• To distract Lear from his duties

• To entertain the court

• To mock Lear while telling hard truths

• To mock Lear while telling hard truths

Which daughter refuses to flatter Lear and is banished?

• Goneril

• Regan

• Cordelia

• Ophelia

What does the Fool imply when he says, “He that has a little tiny wit must make content with his fortunes fit”?

• Only fools are lucky

• We must accept what we have, even if we are not wise

• Intelligence guarantees a good life

• Lear will be rich again soon

Why is the Fool one of the few characters who can criticize Lear openly?

• He is invisible to Lear

• He has magical powers

• As a court jester, he is allowed to speak freely through jokes

• He is Lear’s oldest friend

What happens to Lear’s power after he divides the kingdom?

• He keeps complete authority

• He gives up power but expects to keep respect and privileges

• He becomes emperor of all Britain

• He gives the Fool control over his army

What emotion does the Fool often show beneath his sarcasm and jokes?

• Hatred

• Boredom

• Loyalty and concern

• Indifference