Shakespeare Today: The Tempest - Act 3 Summary

This video provides a summary of Act 3 of Shakespeare's The Tempest. It begins with Ferdinand working hard to impress Prospero and win Miranda's love. Meanwhile, Stephano, Trinculo, and Caliban plot to kill Prospero. Ariel intervenes, causing chaos among them. Prospero, unseen, orchestrates a magical feast to confront the Italian nobles, leading to a dramatic scene with Ariel as a harpy. The act ends with Prospero's plan for revenge progressing smoothly.

What task is Ferdinand performing at the start of Act 3?

• Building a shelter

• Carrying wood

• Fishing for food

• Cooking for Prospero

How does Prospero feel about Ferdinand and Miranda's relationship?

• He is convinced of their sincere love

• He is unaware of their relationship

• He is skeptical of their love

• He disapproves of their relationship

What does Caliban suggest Stephano and Trinculo do to Prospero?

• Invite him to a feast

• Steal his magic books

• Ignore him

• Befriend him

What form does Ariel take to confront the Italian nobles?

• A ghost

• A lion

• A harpy

• A dragon

What is the reaction of the nobles when Ariel appears as a harpy?

• They laugh at Ariel

• They draw their swords

• They ignore Ariel

• They try to negotiate with Ariel