Theseus and Hipolita Interview

Who is the Duke of Athens in the play?

• Egeus

• Demetrius

• Lysander

• Theseus

What historical inaccuracy does the interviewer point out about Athens?

• It did not have dukes

• It was not a real city

• It was not in Greece

• It was a republic

What role does Hippolyta hold in her society?

• Priestess

• Warrior

• Queen

• Duchess

What is the societal structure of the Amazonians?

• Egalitarian

• Anarchic

• Patriarchal

• Matriarchal

What does Hippolyta's role in her society emphasize?

• Male dominance

• Youth leadership

• Female leadership

• Elderly guidance

Why is Athena's name significant in the context of the play?

• Both

• Named after a city

• Named after a goddess

• Neither

What is the interviewer's name and why is it ironic?

• Titania, named after a fairy

• Athena, connection to Athens

• Helena, named after a character

• Hermia, no irony

What is the main reason for Theseus and Hippolyta's marriage?

• Love

• Accidental

• Political alliance

• Financial gain

What does the upcoming marriage symbolize politically?

• A treaty

• A new law

• A power consolidation

• A declaration of war

What celestial event is Theseus waiting for to get married?

• Solar eclipse

• Meteor shower

• Full moon

• New moon