Shakespeare Today: The Tempest - Act 2 Summary

This video provides a summary of Act Two of Shakespeare's 'The Tempest.' It begins with the shipwrecked Italian noblemen, including Alonso, Sebastian, Antonio, and Gonzalo. Gonzalo tries to cheer the group, but Antonio and Sebastian mock him. Ariel puts everyone to sleep except Antonio and Sebastian, who plot to kill Alonso. Ariel intervenes, preventing the murder. Meanwhile, Caliban encounters Trinculo and Stephano, leading to comedic misunderstandings. The video concludes with a teaser for Act Three.

How does Ariel intervene in the plot against Alonso?

What is Caliban's reaction to Trinculo and Stephano when he first encounters them?