Understanding Edmund's Scheme

What is the reason for Regan and Cornwall's visit to Gloucester's Castle?

• To attend a royal banquet

• To execute a secret plan by Goneril

• To escape from Albany

• To seek Gloucester's protection

How does Edmund manipulate his brother Edgar?

• By convincing him to confront Gloucester

• By promising him a share of the inheritance

• By warning him of Gloucester's discovery and Cornwall's pursuit

• By offering him a safe hiding place

What action does Edmund take to frame Edgar?

• He steals Gloucester's documents

• He injures himself to appear attacked by Edgar

• He forges a letter from Edgar

• He accuses Edgar of treason

What decision does Gloucester make after being deceived by Edmund?

• He seeks advice from Albany

• He plans to leave the castle

• He decides to hunt Edgar down

• He disowns Edmund

What role does Cornwall offer to Edmund after hearing his side of the story?

• A position in his personal service

• A place in the royal council

• A title of nobility

• A command in the army