A Midsummer Night's Dream Act 5

Front

What does Theseus compare Quince's prologue to?

Back

A tangled chain.

Front

How does Theseus behave for most of the play?

Back

He behaves well; everyone else makes fun of the actors.

Front

How does Theseus react to Bottom's performance?

Back

He states that it is embarrassingly sad; Hippolyta pities Bottom.

Front

What role does Philostrate play at the beginning of Act V?

Back

He helps Theseus pick a play to watch.

Front

Why does Theseus not believe the lovers' stories?

Back

He states that their stories are too wild to be true.

Front

Who are the Rude Mechanicals in 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'?

Back

A group of amateur actors who perform a play within the play.

Front

What is the significance of the play performed by the Rude Mechanicals?

Back

It serves as a comedic contrast to the main plot and highlights themes of love and art.

Front

What theme is explored through the character of Bottom?

Back

The theme of transformation and the nature of reality versus illusion.

Front

How does Hippolyta's view of the play differ from Theseus's?

Back

Hippolyta finds humor and pity in Bottom's performance, while Theseus is more critical.

Front

What does the wedding of Theseus and Hippolyta symbolize?

Back

The union of order and harmony in the play.