der besuch quotes and themes Flashcards
1
Q
What is the primary theme of ‘Der Besuch der alten Dame’?
A
The primary theme is the moral dilemmas of wealth and justice.
2
Q
Who is the main character in ‘Der Besuch der alten Dame’?
A
The main character is Claire Zachanassian.
3
Q
True or False: Claire Zachanassian returns to her hometown to seek revenge.
A
True
4
Q
What does Claire offer the townspeople in exchange for justice?
A
She offers them a large sum of money.
5
Q
Fill in the blank: The play is set in the fictional town of _____.
A
Güllen
6
Q
What is Alfred Ill’s role in the play?
A
He is the former lover of Claire and the man she seeks revenge against.
7
Q
Multiple choice: What does Claire’s arrival symbolize?
A
A) Wealth B) Justice C) Revenge D) All of the above
8
Q
True or False: The townspeople initially reject Claire’s offer.
A
False
9
Q
What is the significance of the quote, ‘We are all guilty’?
A
It emphasizes the collective moral corruption of the townspeople.
10
Q
Who are the two main opposing forces in the play?
A
Claire Zachanassian and Alfred Ill.
11
Q
Fill in the blank: Claire’s wealth is derived from her _____ investments.
A
successful
12
Q
What does the character of the Mayor represent?
A
He represents the political corruption and opportunism in Güllen.
13
Q
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a key quote from Claire?
A
A) ‘I want justice.’ B) ‘Money is everything.’ C) ‘Love conquers all.’ D) ‘Power is fleeting.’
14
Q
True or False: The ending of the play resolves the conflict between Claire and Ill.
A
True
15
Q
What does the play suggest about the nature of human greed?
A
It suggests that human greed can lead to moral decay and betrayal.
16
Q
Fill in the blank: The townspeople’s transformation is a reflection of their _____ values.
A
moral
17
Q
Who is the narrator of the play?
A
There is no distinct narrator; the story unfolds through dialogue.
18
Q
Multiple choice: Which character represents innocence in the play?
A
A) Alfred Ill B) The Teacher C) The Mayor D) Claire Zachanassian
19
Q
What does the character of the Doctor symbolize?
A
He symbolizes the ethical dilemmas faced by professionals in society.
20
Q
True or False: Claire Zachanassian is portrayed as a purely villainous character.
A
False
21
Q
What is the role of the Chorus in the play?
A
The Chorus comments on the action and reflects the town’s sentiment.
22
Q
Fill in the blank: The play critiques the idea of _____ as a means to achieve justice.
A
wealth
23
Q
What key concept does the phrase ‘Geld regiert die Welt’ illustrate?
A
It illustrates the idea that money governs society and morality.
24
Q
Multiple choice: Which event triggers the main conflict in the play?
A
A) Claire’s arrival B) The town’s financial crisis C) Alfred Ill’s betrayal D) The Mayor’s corruption
25
True or False: The character of Alfred Ill experiences a change in moral perspective.
True
26
What does Claire's wheelchair symbolize?
It symbolizes her past suffering and the burden of her memories.
27
Fill in the blank: The theme of _____ is prevalent throughout the play.
revenge
28
What is the significance of the final scene in the play?
It highlights the consequences of the townspeople's choices and the loss of their humanity.
29
Multiple choice: Which character remains loyal to Alfred Ill?
A) The Teacher B) The Mayor C) Claire Zachanassian D) The Doctor
30
True or False: Claire ultimately forgives Alfred Ill.
False
31
What does the phrase 'Die Gerechtigkeit hat ihren Preis' mean?
It means 'Justice has its price.'
32
Fill in the blank: The play explores the impact of _____ on human relationships.
money
33
What does the character of the Journalist represent?
He represents the media's role in shaping public perception and morality.
34
Multiple choice: What motivates Claire's actions throughout the play?
A) Love B) Revenge C) Power D) Wealth
35
True or False: The play ends with a sense of hope for the future of Güllen.
False
36
What is the relationship between Claire and Alfred Ill?
They were once lovers, but their relationship soured due to betrayal.
37
Fill in the blank: The townspeople's moral decline is depicted through their _____ actions.
greedy
38
What role does irony play in 'Der Besuch der alten Dame'?
Irony reveals the contradictions between the townspeople's values and their actions.
39
Multiple choice: What does Claire's wealth ultimately lead to?
A) Happiness B) Isolation C) Power D) All of the above
40
True or False: The character of the Teacher is indifferent to the events of the play.
False
41
What does the phrase 'Man kann nicht alles kaufen' imply?
It implies that not everything can be bought with money.
42
Fill in the blank: The play critiques the concept of _____ in society.
justice
43
What does the recurring motif of the train symbolize?
It symbolizes the passage of time and the inevitability of change.
44
Multiple choice: What key decision does Alfred Ill face?
A) To accept Claire's offer B) To leave Güllen C) To confront Claire D) To betray his friends
45
True or False: The townspeople initially plan to reject Claire's money.
False
46
What does the character of the Mayor reveal about leadership in the play?
He reveals the corrupting influence of power and money on leaders.
47
Fill in the blank: The townspeople's desperation leads them to _____ their morals.
compromise
48
What does Claire's final decision reveal about her character?
It reveals her complexity and the depth of her desire for revenge.
49
Multiple choice: What does the play suggest about the nature of community?
A) It is strong B) It is easily corrupted C) It is united D) It is independent
50
True or False: Claire is portrayed as a sympathetic character throughout the play.
False
51
What does the character of the Doctor struggle with?
He struggles with the ethical implications of his actions and the influence of money.
52
Fill in the blank: The play ultimately questions the integrity of _____ in society.
justice
53
What is the significance of the townspeople's transformation by the end of the play?
It signifies the loss of their moral compass in pursuit of wealth.
54
Multiple choice: Which character embodies the theme of betrayal?
A) The Teacher B) Alfred Ill C) Claire Zachanassian D) The Mayor
55
True or False: The play ends with a sense of resolution for the characters.
False
56
What is the central conflict in 'Der Besuch der alten Dame'?
The central conflict is between Claire's quest for revenge and the townspeople's moral decline.
57
Fill in the blank: The play uses _____ to critique societal values.
satire
58
What does Claire's character reveal about the impact of wealth on personal relationships?
It reveals that wealth can corrupt and destroy genuine connections.
59
Multiple choice: What motivates the townspeople to ultimately accept Claire's offer?
A) Desperation B) Loyalty C) Fear D) Love
60
True or False: The play illustrates the idea that justice can be bought.
True
61
What does the character of the Journalist symbolize in the context of the play?
He symbolizes the role of media in shaping public opinion and morality.
62
Fill in the blank: The theme of _____ is central to the narrative of 'Der Besuch der alten Dame'.
revenge
63
What is the result of the townspeople's decision to side with Claire?
They lose their moral integrity and humanity.
64
Multiple choice: What does the phrase 'Die Gerechtigkeit hat ihren Preis' suggest about the nature of justice?
A) It is absolute B) It is negotiable C) It is unattainable D) It is universal
65
True or False: Alfred Ill is a static character throughout the play.
False
66
What does the play suggest about the consequences of societal greed?
It suggests that societal greed leads to moral decay and loss of humanity.
67
Fill in the blank: The character of Claire Zachanassian represents _____ in the play.
vengeance
68
69
What quote reflects the theme of betrayal in 'Der Besuch der alten Dame' and who says it?
„Ich bin es, die euch verraten hat.“ - Claire Zachanassian
70
Which character expresses the theme of justice in the play?
„Gerechtigkeit ist kein Spiel.“ - Ill
71
Fill in the blank: Claire Zachanassian's quote about wealth is '_______ ist Macht.'
Geld
72
True or False: The character Ill believes that money can solve all problems.
True
73
What does Claire Zachanassian say about the past?
„Die Vergangenheit kann man nicht zurückholen.“
74
Which quote signifies the theme of moral decay and who is the speaker?
„Geld ist die einzige Moral.“ - Bürgermeister
75
What is the significance of Claire's quote about love?
„Echte Liebe gibt es nicht.“
76
Who states the importance of community in the play?
„Gemeinschaft ist alles.“ - Der Lehrer
77
Which character proclaims the idea of sacrifice?
„Man muss Opfer bringen.“ - Ill
78
What quote captures the theme of revenge and who says it?
„Rache ist süß.“ - Claire Zachanassian
79
Fill in the blank: Ill's realization about his fate is expressed as 'Ich bin _______.'
verraten
80
What does the Mayor say about the town's future?
„Die Stadt wird blühen.“
81
True or False: Claire's wealth makes her a respected figure in the town.
True
82
Which character reflects on the theme of identity?
„Ich bin nicht mehr der, der ich war.“ - Ill
83
What quote illustrates the theme of power dynamics?
„Macht ist ein Geschenk.“ - Claire Zachanassian
84
Who says, 'Das Leben ist ein Spiel'?
„Das Leben ist ein Spiel.“ - Der Lehrer
85
What is Claire's perspective on loyalty?
„Loyalität ist käuflich.“
86
Fill in the blank: Ill's quote about fate is 'Ich kann mein _______ nicht ändern.'
Schicksal
87
Which character emphasizes the importance of money in society?
„Ohne Geld ist man nichts.“ - Bürgermeister
88
What does Claire say about her return to the town?
„Ich komme zurück, um zu richten.“
89
True or False: Ill believes he can escape the consequences of his past actions.
False
90
What quote reflects the theme of desperation?
„Wir brauchen das Geld.“ - Der Lehrer
91
Who expresses the idea of collective guilt?
„Wir sind alle schuldig.“ - Ill
92
What does Claire say regarding the value of human life?
„Der Mensch hat keinen Wert.“
93
What quote signifies the theme of manipulation?
„Ich spiele mit euch.“ - Claire Zachanassian
94
Fill in the blank: Ill realizes, 'Ich bin ein _______ in diesem Spiel.'
Bauer
95
What does the Mayor say about the town's moral standing?
„Wir müssen unsere Prinzipien aufgeben.“
96
Who states the quote, 'Das Geld regiert die Welt'?
„Das Geld regiert die Welt.“ - Bürgermeister
97
What is the significance of Claire's quote about past relationships?
„Die Liebe ist tot.“
98
Which character highlights the theme of hypocrisy?
„Wir sind alle Heuchler.“ - Ill
99
What does Claire say about her revenge plan?
„Ich werde Rache nehmen.“
100
Fill in the blank: Ill's statement on betrayal is 'Jeder kann _______.'
verraten
101
Which quote illustrates the theme of societal pressure?
„Der Druck ist zu groß.“ - Der Lehrer
102
What is Claire's view on friendship?
„Freundschaft ist ein Geschäft.“
103
Who comments on the theme of fate?
„Das Schicksal ist unausweichlich.“ - Ill
104
What does the Mayor say about the town's economic state?
„Wir stehen am Abgrund.“
105
True or False: Claire believes that money can buy happiness.
True
106
What does Ill say about his past mistakes?
„Ich kann nicht entkommen.“
107
Fill in the blank: Claire’s statement on power is 'Macht ist _______.'
verführerisch
108
What quote reflects the theme of loss?
„Alles ist verloren.“ - Ill
109
Who states, 'Wir sind alle Teil des Spiels'?
„Wir sind alle Teil des Spiels.“ - Der Lehrer
110
What does Claire say about her enemies?
„Sie werden bezahlen.“
111
What does Ill realize about his community's values?
„Unsere Werte sind korrupt.“
112
Fill in the blank: Claire expresses, 'Ich bin die _______ über euch alle.'
Richterin
113
What quote signifies the theme of sacrifice for the greater good?
„Man muss für die Gemeinschaft opfern.“ - Der Lehrer
114
Who comments on the futility of revenge?
„Rache bringt keinen Frieden.“ - Ill
115
What is Claire's perspective on her wealth?
„Mein Geld ist meine Macht.“
116
True or False: Ill believes he has the support of his community.
False
117
What does the Mayor say about the consequences of their decisions?
„Wir müssen die Folgen tragen.“
118
Fill in the blank: Claire states, 'Ich bin die _______ des Schicksals.'
Herrin
119
What quote reflects the theme of morality vs. survival?
„Moral ist ein Luxus.“ - Bürgermeister
120
Who expresses the idea of community betrayal?
„Wir haben dich verraten.“ - Der Lehrer
121
What does Claire say about her past relationships with the townspeople?
„Ich war immer allein.“
122
What does Ill say about facing his past?
„Ich kann nicht entkommen.“
123
Fill in the blank: The Mayor states, 'Wir müssen _______ für die Stadt.'
kämpfen
124
What does Claire express about her power over Ill?
„Du bist mein Spielzeug.“
125
True or False: Ill accepts his fate without resistance.
False
126
What is the significance of Claire's quote about morality?
„Moral ist relativ.“
