A Midsummer Night's Dream 2.2 Performance: Helena and Demetrius Lines 90-105

The transcript features a character expressing exhaustion from a pursuit and reflecting on their self-image. They compare themselves to Hermia, noting Hermia's beauty and their own perceived ugliness. The character laments that others fear them, unlike Hermia, and questions the fairness of such comparisons.

What does the speaker wish for at the beginning of the monologue?

• To be followed

• To confront Demetrius

• To be left alone

• To find Hermia

How does the speaker feel about their own grace compared to Hermia?

• Indifferent

• Equally graceful

• Less graceful

• More graceful

What does the speaker question about Hermia?

• Her wealth

• Her kindness

• Her intelligence

• The brightness of her eyes

How does the speaker describe their own appearance?

• As beautiful as Hermia

• As ugly as a bear

• As charming as a prince

• As plain as a dove

What does the speaker compare themselves to when considering Demetrius's reaction?

• A stranger

• A friend

• A monster

• A hero