English Shakespear Stories Flashcards
What is the main theme of ‘The Tempest’?
The main theme of ‘The Tempest’ is the exploration of power, control, and forgiveness.
Who is the protagonist of ‘Macbeth’?
The protagonist of ‘Macbeth’ is Macbeth himself.
True or False: Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare.
True.
Fill in the blank: The character Prospero in ‘The Tempest’ is the ________ of the island.
magician.
What is the significance of the three witches in ‘Macbeth’?
The three witches represent fate and foreshadow Macbeth’s rise and fall.
What event triggers the conflict in ‘Romeo and Juliet’?
The conflict is triggered by the feud between the Montagues and Capulets.
Who says the line ‘All the world’s a stage’?
This line is from ‘As You Like It’, not ‘The Tempest’, ‘Macbeth’, or ‘Romeo and Juliet’.
Multiple Choice: What does Macbeth see before he kills King Duncan?
A dagger.
What does Miranda represent in ‘The Tempest’?
Miranda represents innocence and the idea of hope.
True or False: Lady Macbeth is a character that encourages Macbeth to commit murder.
True.
Who provides comic relief in ‘Romeo and Juliet’?
The Nurse and Mercutio provide comic relief.
Fill in the blank: The setting of ‘The Tempest’ is a ________.
deserted island.
What does the ending of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ highlight?
The tragic consequences of family feuds and miscommunication.
Short Answer: What motivates Macbeth’s ambition?
Macbeth is motivated by the prophecy of the witches and his wife’s encouragement.
Who is the rightful heir to the throne in ‘Macbeth’?
Malcolm is the rightful heir to the throne.
True or False: Caliban is Prospero’s loyal servant.
False.
What is the role of fate in ‘Romeo and Juliet’?
Fate plays a crucial role as it dictates the tragic outcomes for the characters.
Multiple Choice: Which character is known for their soliloquies in ‘Macbeth’?
Macbeth.
Fill in the blank: The potion that Juliet takes is meant to make her appear ________.
dead.
What is the central conflict in ‘The Tempest’?
The central conflict is between Prospero and those who wronged him.
Short Answer: How does Romeo react upon hearing of Juliet’s death?
Romeo is devastated and kills himself beside Juliet.
Who is the character that represents betrayal in ‘Macbeth’?
Macbeth represents betrayal after killing Duncan.
What literary device is prevalent in ‘Romeo and Juliet’?
Foreshadowing is prevalent in ‘Romeo and Juliet’.
True or False: The Tempest ends with a wedding.
True.
Multiple Choice: Who is the King of Scotland at the start of ‘Macbeth’?
Duncan.
Fill in the blank: ________ is the ruler of the island in ‘The Tempest’.
Prospero.
What does the character of Banquo symbolize in ‘Macbeth’?
Banquo symbolizes loyalty and the moral contrast to Macbeth.
Short Answer: What is the significance of the balcony scene in ‘Romeo and Juliet’?
The balcony scene symbolizes the deep love and desire between Romeo and Juliet despite their families’ feud.
Who is Ariel in ‘The Tempest’?
Ariel is a spirit and servant to Prospero.
What is the climax of ‘Macbeth’?
The climax occurs when Macbeth kills Duncan.
True or False: The Nurse disapproves of Romeo in ‘Romeo and Juliet’.
False.
