A Midsummer Night's Dream 3.2 Performance: Helena Lines 307-318

The speaker expresses enduring love for Hermia and admits to betraying her by revealing her secret to Demetrius, who then follows her into the woods. The speaker follows Demetrius out of love but faces threats of violence. Ultimately, the speaker pleads to be left alone to return to Athens, acknowledging their own foolishness.

What does the speaker express about their feelings towards Hermia?

What actions did the speaker take regarding Demetrius?

How does the speaker describe their experience of following Demetrius?

What does the speaker request at the end of their statement?

How does the speaker characterize their own nature in the context of love?