The Tempest

Which of the following best characterizes Miranda as Shakespeare presents her in Act I of The Tempest?

• deceitful and sly

• frivolous and silly

• studious and bookish

• kind and compassionate

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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.

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A Shakespearean romance typically features dark themes with hints of violence. Which of the following best describes a dark and violent theme Shakespeare introduces in Act I of The Tempest?

• the wisdom acquired with experience

• the danger of uncontrolled passions

• the sweetness of love at first sight

• the permanence of familial loyalty

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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.

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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.

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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.

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How does Caliban feel about being on the island?He longs for his escape from the deserted island.

• He longs for his escape from the deserted island.

• He feels tortured by the loniless and lack of people.

• He is content with a land that is his own.

• He feels happy that others have come to the island.

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Which of the following words was not originally invented by Shakespeare for use in "The Tempest"?

• Eyeball

• Watchdog

• Leaky

• Headache

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Caliban and Prospero's relationship could be described as ___________________________

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