The Winter's Tale Character and Plot Analysis

The Winter's Tale by Shakespeare follows King Leontes, who suspects his wife Hermione of infidelity with his friend Polixenes. His jealousy leads to tragedy, including Hermione's imprisonment and the abandonment of their daughter, Perdita. Sixteen years later, Perdita, raised by a shepherd, falls in love with Polixenes' son. The truth is revealed, leading to reconciliation and Hermione's return.

Who is the king of Sicily in 'The Winter's Tale'?

• Leontes

• Camilo

• Polixenes

• Antigonus

Who is the son of Polixenes?

• Florizel

• Camilo

• Antigonus

• Leontes

Who is the foster father of Perdita?

• Antigonus

• Camilo

• Leontes

• The shepherd

Who is the wife of Antigonus?

• Hermione

• Emilia

• Paulina

• Mopsa

What does Leontes suspect about his wife Hermione and Polixenes?

• They are plotting against him

• They are in an adulterous relationship

• They are hiding a secret

• They are planning to flee

What does Leontes order Camilo to do to Polixenes?

• Exile him

• Poison him

• Imprison him

• Spy on him

What happens to Hermione after she is accused of adultery?

• She is executed

• She is exiled

• She is imprisoned

• She flees the kingdom

Who takes Hermione's newborn daughter to Leontes?

• Antigonus

• Polixenes

• Camilo

• Paulina

What does the oracle declare about Hermione?

• She is guilty

• She is blameless

• She is plotting against Leontes

• She is in love with Polixenes

What tragic news arrives during Hermione's trial?

• The destruction of the kingdom

• The capture of Camilo

• The escape of Polixenes

• The death of Mamillius