act 2 scene 4 Flashcards
1
Q
what is lear’s reaction when he realises regan has put kent in the stocks
A
hysterica passio, down, thou climbing sorrow!
2
Q
what excuse do regan and goneril give for not seeing lear
A
they are sick; they are weary?
3
Q
what does lear compare regan to
A
like a vulture
serpent-like
4
Q
what is symbolic of lears complete loss of authority and fall from power and respect
A
on my knees i beg
5
Q
which line might show lear’s realisation and disbelief of his daughters
A
i gave you all -
6
Q
consonant ‘w’ sounds
A
let not women’s weapons, water drops stain my man’s cheeks
7
Q
what does cornwall say about lear as he leaves
A
he leads himself
