A Midsummer Night's Dream: Fairies

The video explores the role of fairies in folklore, highlighting famous fairies like Tinkerbell, the Fairy Godmother, and the Tooth Fairy. It delves into the beliefs about fairies during Shakespeare's time, including the rule of Oberon and Titania. The video discusses fairy circles, supernatural abilities, and mischievous activities like changelings. It also covers the story of Robin Goodfellow, known for his pranks, and the positive role fairies played in romance. Finally, it touches on how Shakespeare incorporated fairy folklore into his plays.

What is a changeling in fairy folklore?

How did fairies interact with humans according to the text?