Shakespeare Today: Richard III - Act 1 Summary

The video provides a plot summary of Act One of Richard III by Shakespeare. It introduces Richard, Duke of Gloucester, a villain with physical deformities and a twisted mind. Richard plots against his brothers, Clarence and King Edward, to secure the throne. He manipulates Lady Anne, despite having killed her husband and father-in-law. Queen Elizabeth worries about Richard's influence, while Queen Margaret curses him for her family's downfall. Clarence has a nightmare and is later murdered by Richard's assassins. The video ends with a teaser for Act Two.

What are Queen Elizabeth's concerns regarding Richard's influence?

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How does Richard manipulate the situation to his advantage during the party?

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What does Queen Margaret do during the argument between Richard and Elizabeth?

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What is the significance of Clarence's nightmare in the context of the play?

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