WorksheetsThe Tempest Act 1
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 13mins
According to Act I of The Tempest, why does Ariel willingly serve Prospero and carry out his commands?
because he mistakenly believes Prospero is his father
because Prospero uses magic to steal his willpower and force his obedience
because he knows Prospero’s history and pities him
because Prospero rescued him from imprisonment and could trap him again
According to Act I of The Tempest, which of the following events does Prospero bring about or plan to bring about? Choose three options.
to free Ariel permanently from his service
to achieve revenge against his brother Antonio
to arrange a marriage between Ferdinand and Miranda
to repay Caliban for taking the island away from him
to drown Antonio, Sebastian, and the other passengers
In The Tempest, Act I, what does Caliban most likely mean when he tells Miranda, “You taught me language, and my profit on’t / Is, I know how to curse”?
He means that Miranda did not teach him to read or write, so being able to speak is of no use to him.
He means that Miranda was a poor and unskilled teacher because he could not learn to speak properly.
He means that Miranda has taught him useless skills, except that he can now insult his teachers.
He means that Miranda has taught him to despise himself because he comes from a questionable background.
How did Prospero and Miranda survive the journey to the island?
Prospero used his magic to sail their small boat to safety.
Pure good luck had brought the boat drifting safely to the island.
Gonzalo had kindly provided the boat with clothes, food, water, and supplies.
The spirit Ariel turned into a gentle breeze and blew the boat to land.
How does Prospero feel about his treatment of Caliban?
He feels justified in how he treats him.
He feels saddened that Caliban does not respect him.
He doesn't care about how Caliban feels.
He feels happy that he has power over someone as strong and powerful as Caliban.
When Prospero says ithat he has more commands for Ariel, Ariel protests:
Remember, I have done thee worthy service,
Told thee no lies, made thee no mistakings, served
Without or grudge or grumblings. Thou didst promise
To bate me a full year.
What does Ariel’s speech imply about the relationship between him and Prospero?
Ariel knows that he can turn to Prospero for comfort.
Ariel believes he can rely on Prospero’s sense of justice.
Prospero hopes to adopt Ariel into his family as his heir.
Prospero tolerates Ariel’s mischief and enjoys his company.
SHAKESPEARE TRIVIA! Which Hollywood actress shares a name with Shakespeare's wife?
Scarlett Johansen
Brie Larson
Anne Hathaway
Elizabeth Olsen
Cardi B
SHAKESPEARE TRIVIA!: Which of the following words was not originally invented by Shakespeare for use in "The Tempest"?
Eyeball
Watchdog
Leaky
Headache
SHAKESPEARE TRIVIA!: The scientific community has honored The Tempest in what fashion?
The moons of Uranus are named after Tempest characters.
A species of frogs discovered in Africa are named after Prospero and Miranda
A series of rivers in South America are named after the magical characters: Ariel, Caliban, and Sycorax
Many of the periodic elements are named after the spirits mentioned in the play.
TRIVIA CHALLENGE! What story is being told through emoji?
Romeo and Juliet
Beauty and the Beast
Feed
The Odyssey
TRIVIA CHALLENGE!: Which Disney animated film is based on a Shakespeare play?
The Lion King
Bambi
Lady and the Tramp
Zootopia
