Themes and Characters in The Tempest

Prospero, the former Duke of Milan, recounts his betrayal by his brother Antonio and Alonso, the King of Naples. Using magic, Prospero creates a storm that shipwrecks his enemies on his island. As the passengers are separated, plots of power and rebellion unfold. Ferdinand meets Miranda, and they fall in love. Meanwhile, Caliban conspires to overthrow Prospero. Eventually, Alonso and others confront their guilt and seek forgiveness. Prospero forgives them, frees Ariel, and they all return to Milan, wiser and reconciled.

What title did Prospero hold before being betrayed?

• King of Naples

• Duke of Milan

• Lord of Venice

• Prince of Verona

Who helped Antonio betray Prospero?

• Gonzalo

• Alonso

• Sebastian

• Ferdinand

What did Gonzalo provide to Prospero and Miranda?

• A map

• A ship

• A magical staff

• Food and books

What does Prospero use to create the storm?

• A magic cloak

• A potion

• A spell book

• A magical staff

Who is Ariel?

• A sailor

• A spirit

• A prince

• A king

What is Sebastian's ambition?

• To find treasure

• To become a wizard

• To become king of Naples

• To marry Miranda

Who does Ferdinand meet on the island?

• Ariel

• Trinculo

• Caliban

• Miranda

What task does Prospero assign to Ferdinand?

• Build a shelter

• Gather firewood

• Find water

• Catch fish

Who conspires with Caliban to overthrow Prospero?

• Ariel and Ferdinand

• Trinculo and Stefano

• Sebastian and Antonio

• Gonzalo and Alonso

What does Caliban promise to Stefano?

• A ship

• Kingship of the island

• Magic powers

• Riches