King Lear's Decisions and Consequences

What is King Lear's primary reason for dividing his kingdom?

• To strengthen his rule

• To expand his territory

• To retire from responsibilities

• To punish his daughters

What does Lear hope to achieve by giving his kingdom to his daughters?

• A larger army

• Freedom from ruling duties

• A stronger alliance with France

• Peace among his daughters

How does Lear's contest for his daughters resemble childish behavior?

• He offers them toys

• He ignores their opinions

• He demands praise for rewards

• He plays games with them

What is the main flaw in Lear's judgment of Goneril and Regan's speeches?

• He is too harsh

• He is too distracted

• He is too trusting

• He is too critical

What does Lear fail to recognize in Goneril's speech?

• Her intelligence

• Her deception

• Her eloquence

• Her sincerity

Why does Cordelia refuse to flatter Lear like her sisters?

• She is honest

• She is shy

• She is uninterested

• She is rebellious

How does Cordelia's response to Lear differ from her sisters'?

• She is more reserved

• She is more dismissive

• She is more flattering

• She is more critical

What theme is highlighted by Lear's inability to see Cordelia's true love?

• Blindness

• Ambition

• Jealousy

• Greed

What does the theme of blindness in the play suggest about Lear's character?

• He is generous

• He is powerful

• He is naive

• He is wise

What does Cordelia's insight reveal about her character?

• She is indifferent

• She is manipulative

• She is wise

• She is naive