King Lear Plot, Characters & Theme Quiz 3

What causes King Lear's frustration at the beginning of the scene?

• His throne is uncomfortable.

• His daughters have betrayed him.

• His loyal friends have abandoned him.

• His kingdom is facing a famine.

What advice does Kent give to Lear in this scene?

• To seek revenge on his daughters.

• To trust only those who are loyal.

• To retire peacefully.

• To leave the kingdom to Gloucester.

How do Regan and Goneril treat King Lear in this scene?

• With love and respect.

• With indifference and mockery.

• With kindness and patience.

• With admiration and loyalty.

Why does Edmund watch the scene quietly?

• He is gathering information for his own plans.

• He wants to help his father.

• He is trying to comfort Lear.

• He is planning to leave the kingdom.

What theme is highlighted by Lear's daughters' behavior towards him?

• Forgiveness and compassion.

• Power and betrayal.

• Joy and celebration.

• Respect for authority.

What role do Kent and Gloucester play in this scene?

• They oppose Lear.

• They betray Lear.

• They support and comfort Lear.

• They ignore Lear's suffering.

What does Lear realize about his daughters by the end of the scene?

• They are kind-hearted.

• They are loyal to him.

• They have only pretended to love him.

• They want to share power with him.

What motivates Edmund's actions in the play?

• A desire for power and influence.

• A wish to serve the kingdom.

• His love for his family.

• A fear of losing his inheritance.

What does Kent mean by 'Love is shown in deeds, not words'?

• True love is silent.

• Actions reveal true loyalty and affection.

• Only spoken words have meaning.

• Kindness is unnecessary.

How does the theme of loyalty appear in this scene?

• Lear's daughters are loyal to him.

• Kent and Gloucester's support for Lear.

• Edmund's plan to help Lear.

• Lear decides to leave his kingdom.