Expressions of Love in King Lear

In this video, King Lear asks his daughters to express their love for him to determine the division of his kingdom. Goneril and Regan flatter him with grand declarations, while Cordelia offers a sincere and modest response. Lear is displeased with Cordelia's honesty and reacts harshly, setting the stage for ensuing conflict.

What does the king ask his daughters to do to determine the division of his kingdom?

• To fight a battle

• To express their love for him

• To solve a riddle

• To bring him a gift

How does Goneril describe her love for her father?

• As a simple and honest bond

• As a duty and obligation

• As more valuable than eyesight and liberty

• As a fleeting emotion

What does Regan claim about her love compared to Goneril's?

• It is more than Goneril's

• It is not comparable

• It is equal to Goneril's

• It is less than Goneril's

Why does Cordelia struggle to express her love for her father?

• She is afraid of her sisters

• She believes actions speak louder than words

• She does not love him

• She is unable to speak

What is the king's reaction to Cordelia's initial response?

• He is pleased

• He is indifferent

• He is amused

• He is disappointed

How does Cordelia justify her inability to express her love in grand terms?

• She feels her love is too deep for words

• She believes in sharing her love with her future husband

• She is shy and reserved

• She thinks her sisters are lying

What does Cordelia say about her future marriage?

• She will marry for political reasons

• She will share her love between her husband and father

• She will love her husband more than her father

• She will never marry