A Midsummer Night's Dream 1.1 Interview: Egeus, Hermia, Demetrius, Lysander Pt 1

Ralph Hollinshed introduces a scenario involving a royal wedding in Athens. Aegis approaches Duke Theseus with a legal complaint against his daughter Hermia, who refuses to marry Demetrius, the suitor he approves of. Instead, Hermia is in love with Lysander, whom Aegis accuses of using deceitful methods to win her heart. The discussion explores themes of love, courtship, and parental authority, with Aegis seeking Theseus' intervention.

Who is Duke Theseus planning to marry?

• Hermia

• Lysander

• Athena

• Hippolyta

What is Aegis's main complaint about his daughter Hermia?

• She refuses to marry Demetrius

• She wants to marry Theseus

• She has run away from home

• She is planning a secret wedding

Who does Aegis accuse of bewitching Hermia?

• Ralph

• Lysander

• Demetrius

• Theseus

What does Aegis claim Lysander has given Hermia?

• A necklace

• Poems and love tokens

• A ring

• A bouquet of flowers

What does Aegis mean by 'stolen the impression of her fantasy'?

• Lysander has taken Hermia's dreams

• Lysander has influenced Hermia's imagination

• Lysander has stolen Hermia's belongings

• Lysander has taken Hermia's heart

What unusual gift does Aegis mention Lysander giving Hermia?

• A golden ring

• A silk scarf

• A hair bracelet

• A diamond necklace

What is Ralph's policy regarding interference in the situation?

• He can help Aegis

• He will talk to Hermia

• He has a non-interference policy

• He will support Lysander