Act I A Mid Summer Nights Dream Flashcards
How did the Theseus and his bride meet?
They were going to war and made a treaty
Which character is in charge of the wedding entertainment?
Philosyrate
Egeus goes to Theseus to talk about his own daughter, what does this say about Theseus?
He is a leader and fair but upholds the laws
Who does Egeus want his daughter to marry?
Demetrius
Who does hermia want to marry?
Lysander
“With feigning voice verses of feigning love” is an example of what literary strategy?
Alliteration (repetition of “v” and “f”)
What does the ancient privilege of Athens give Egeus the right to do?
Select her daughters husband or put her to death
What choices does the Duke give to Hermia
To marry, become a nun, or death
Why does Lysander believe he should marry Hermia?
Equal in status, education, live each other
Why is Demetrius called a “spotted and inconstant man”?
Demetrius is not genuine having promised to marry her best friend Hermia
When Lysander and hermia are alone, what does he suggest?
He suggests they run away together
Who is Theseus (duke of Athens) planning on marrying?
Hippolyta
“The course of true love never did run smooth.” Is an example of what literary device?
Metaphor
“The jaws of darkness do devour it up.” Is an example of what literary device?
Personification
Why is Helena upset?
Demetrius doesn’t love her, but loves Hermia
