A Midsummer Night's Dream 1.1 Performance: Egeus, Hermia, and others Lines 22-45

The transcript presents a scene where Hermia's father introduces Demetrius and Lysander as suitors for his daughter. He accuses Lysander of bewitching Hermia with love tokens and deceptive actions, leading to her disobedience. The father insists on the Athenian law, which allows him to decide Hermia's fate, either marriage to Demetrius or death.

Who does Egeus want Hermia to marry?

• A stranger

• The Duke

• Demetrius

• Lysander

What does Egeus accuse Lysander of doing to win Hermia's heart?

• Offering her wealth

• Writing her poems and giving gifts

• Threatening her

• Ignoring her

How did Lysander allegedly influence Hermia?

• By singing songs at her window

• By taking her on trips

• By introducing her to his family

• By ignoring her

What does Egeus request from the Duke if Hermia refuses to marry Demetrius?

• To enforce the law that allows him to decide her fate

• To imprison Lysander

• To allow Hermia to choose her own husband

• To send Hermia away

According to Athenian law, what are Egeus's options for Hermia if she disobeys?

• She will be exiled

• She must marry Demetrius or face death

• She can marry anyone she chooses

• She must become a nun