Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream Quiz

What is the main purpose of Act 1, Scene 2 in "A Midsummer Night's Dream"?

• To introduce the main characters of the play

• To showcase the magical elements of the forest

• To set up the mechanicals' play for the Duke's wedding

• To highlight the romantic relationships between the characters

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Who is chosen to play the role of Pyramus in the mechanicals' play?

• Bottom

• Quince

• Snug

• Flute

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What is the profession of Nick Bottom?

• A weaver

• A carpenter

• A bellows-mender

• A tinker

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Which character is concerned about being able to roar softly enough in the play?

• Snout

• Snug

• Starveling

• Flute

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What role does Flute play in the mechanicals' play?

• Thisbe

• Lion

• Moonshine

• Wall

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Why is Flute unhappy about being cast as Thisbe?

• He is afraid of performing in front of a crowd.

• He believes he is too masculine for the role.

• He wanted to play Pyramus instead.

• He doesn't want to wear a dress.

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Where do the mechanicals plan to rehearse their play?

• In the town square

• In Quince's house

• In the Duke's palace

• In the woods outside Athens

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Who is responsible for assigning the roles in the mechanicals' play?

• Bottom

• Quince

• Snug

• Starveling

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What is the title of the play the mechanicals are preparing to perform?

• The Most Lamentable Comedy and Most Cruel Death of Pyramus and Thisbe

• The Tragedy of Pyramus and Thisbe

• The Great Athenian Adventure

• The Tale of Two Lovers

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Why does Bottom want to play all the parts?

• He believes he is the most talented actor.

• He thinks the play will be more efficient with fewer actors.

• He wants to challenge himself with multiple roles.

• He doesn't trust the others to perform well.

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