A Midsummer Night's Dream 1.1 Performance: Theseus, Hippolyta, Philostrate Lines 1-19

A Midsummer Night's Dream 1.1 Performance: Theseus, Hippolyta, Philostrate Lines 1-19

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

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The transcript reflects on the slow passage of time and its effect on desires, leading to anticipation of future events. It calls for the youth to embrace joy and leave behind melancholy, culminating in a promise of a joyful union filled with celebration.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker compare the slow waning of the moon to?

A knight's swift journey

A young man's quick success

A stepmother's lingering presence

A dowager's rapid decline

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker describe the passage of four days?

As a period of constant rain

As a quick transition to night

As a time of endless daylight

As a slow and tedious wait

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the moon play in the upcoming events?

It will witness the night of solemnities

It will disappear completely

It will shine brightly in the morning

It will hide behind clouds

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Philostrate instructed to do?

Encourage the youth to embrace joy

Plan a quiet evening

Organize a solemn funeral

Prepare a feast for the elders

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker plan to wed Hippolyta?

In a distant and foreign land

In a quiet and private ceremony

With pomp, triumph, and revelry

With a simple and modest gathering