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Q: Who says, ‘How sharper than a serpent’s tooth it is to have a thankless child!’?

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“A: King Lear.”

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Q: In Act 1, Scene 1, how does Lear test his daughters?

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“A: By asking each to declare how much they love him.”

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Q: What theme does the quote ‘Nothing will come of nothing’ relate to?

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“A: The theme of loyalty and honesty.”

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Q: Who says, ‘I am a man more sinned against than sinning’?

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“A: King Lear.”

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Q: What happens to Gloucester in Act 3, Scene 7?

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“A: His eyes are gouged out by Cornwall.”

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Q: Who is the loyal character who remains disguised throughout the play?

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“A: Kent.”

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Q: Which character represents the theme of justice by standing up to Lear’s actions?

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“A: The Fool.”

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Q: Who betrays their father Gloucester by helping the villainous Edmund?

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“A: Edgar.”

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Q: What theme does ‘The weight of this sad time we must obey; Speak what we feel, not what we ought to say’ explore?

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“A: Honesty and the importance of authentic communication.”

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Q: In Act 1, Scene 1, what does Cordelia refuse to do that angers Lear?

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“A: Exaggerate her love for him.”

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Q: What does the storm in Act 3 symbolize?

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“A: Lear’s inner turmoil and madness.”

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Q: Who says, ‘Thou, Nature, art my goddess’ and what does it reveal?

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“A: Edmund; it reveals his rejection of traditional values.”

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Q: What are some key themes in King Lear?

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“A: Justice

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Q: Which character is associated with the theme of blindness?

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“A: Gloucester

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Q: Who says, ‘The wheel is come full circle’?

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“A: Edmund.”

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Q: What technique is used when Lear says, ‘I am a very foolish fond old man’?

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“A: Self-awareness and humility.”

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Q: How does Goneril show her deceitful nature in Act 1?

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“A: By flattering Lear insincerely.”

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Q: What role does the Fool play in the play?

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“A: He acts as Lear’s conscience and provides insight.”

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Q: Who says, ‘As flies to wanton boys are we to the gods; they kill us for their sport’?

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“A: Gloucester.”

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Q: Which theme is highlighted by Lear’s descent into madness?

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“A: The theme of human frailty and vulnerability.”

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Q: What is Edmund’s motivation for betraying his family?

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“A: His resentment at being illegitimate.”

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Q: What is significant about the ending of King Lear?

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“A: It emphasizes the theme of justice

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Q: Who kills King Lear’s loyal servant, Gloucester?

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“A: Cornwall.”

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Q: Who says, ‘I love your majesty according to my bond; no more nor less’?

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“A: Cordelia.”

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Q: How does Lear react to Cordelia’s honesty?

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“A: He disowns her

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Q: What theme does the motif of ‘nothing’ represent in King Lear?

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“A: The theme of truth and loyalty.”

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Q: What is Edmund’s fate at the end of the play?

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“A: He is killed in a duel by Edgar.”

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Q: Who says, ‘When we are born, we cry that we are come to this great stage of fools’?

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“A: King Lear.”

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Q: What technique is used in Lear’s madness during the storm scene?

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“A: Symbolism

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Q: What does Cordelia’s death symbolize?

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“A: The tragedy and injustice in the world of the play.”

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Q: How does the theme of appearance vs. reality manifest in King Lear?

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“A: Through characters like Goneril and Regan

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Q: How does the theme of loyalty contrast between Cordelia and her sisters?

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“A: Cordelia is genuine

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Q: Who is banished by Lear for honesty?

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“A: Kent and Cordelia.”

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Q: What theme does the Gloucester subplot emphasize?

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“A: The parallels between sight and insight.”

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Q: What literary technique is used with the character of the Fool?

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“A: Irony; he is wiser than Lear despite being a fool.”

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Q: How does Edgar disguise himself to survive?

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“A: As ‘Poor Tom’

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Q: What lesson does Lear learn by the end of the play?

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“A: Humility and the limits of power.”

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Q: Why is the play’s ending tragic?

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“A: Both Lear and Cordelia die

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Q: Who says, ‘The gods are just, and of our pleasant vices make instruments to plague us’?

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“A: Edgar.”

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Q: What technique does Shakespeare use to contrast Lear and Gloucester’s arcs?

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“A: Parallelism

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Q: Why does Kent return to serve Lear in disguise?

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“A: Out of loyalty and dedication.”

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Q: What theme does the Fool represent?

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“A: Wisdom in folly and loyalty.”

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Q: What does Lear’s ‘O reason not the need!’ speech address?

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“A: Human desire and dignity.”

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Q: What are Goneril and Regan’s motives for betraying Lear?

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“A: Ambition and desire for power.”

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Q: Why is Cordelia’s character important to the theme of redemption?

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“A: Her forgiveness offers a chance for Lear’s redemption.”

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Q: Who brings news of France’s invasion?

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“A: Gloucester.”

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Q: What technique does Shakespeare use to portray Lear’s loss of power?

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“A: Irony and reversal of fortune.”

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Q: Who says, ‘So young, and so untender’?

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“A: King Lear to Cordelia.”

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Q: How does Lear’s treatment of Kent reflect the theme of authority?

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“A: Lear misuses authority by exiling loyal followers.”

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Q: What theme does the quote ‘I grow; I prosper: Now, gods, stand up for bastards!’ explore?

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“A: Ambition and social status

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Q: Who blinds Gloucester?

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“A: Cornwall and Regan.”

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Q: How does Regan’s character represent cruelty?

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“A: She encourages Cornwall to blind Gloucester.”

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Q: What technique is used in ‘Howl, howl, howl!’?

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“A: Repetition and emotional intensity

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Q: How does Kent’s loyalty contrast with other characters?

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“A: He stays faithful to Lear

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Q: What technique is used in the play’s depiction of nature?

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“A: Symbolism

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Q: What is significant about Lear’s abdication of power?

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“A: It foreshadows his downfall and loss of authority.”

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Q: Who is the most treacherous character in King Lear?

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“A: Edmund.”

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Q: How does King Lear portray the consequences of hubris?

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“A: Lear’s pride leads to his tragic downfall.”

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Q: What is the significance of the play’s ending?

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“A: It suggests a bleak view of justice and fate.”

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Q: How does Edgar’s patience contrast with Edmund’s ambition?

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“A: Edgar is honorable

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Q: Who says, ‘Pray you, undo this button’?

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“A: King Lear

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Q: How does Shakespeare use irony in Lear’s downfall?

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“A: Lear loses his authority just as he learns to see truly.”

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Q: What is the play’s stance on justice?

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“A: Justice is uncertain and often delayed.”

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Q: How does King Lear reflect the Elizabethan belief in the divine order?

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“A: Disorder in family and kingdom causes chaos.”

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Q: How is blindness a motif in the play?

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“A: Physical and metaphorical blindness represent a lack of insight.”

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Q: How does King Lear explore the theme of identity?

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“A: Lear’s loss of power forces him to confront his true self.”

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Q: Who uses the disguise of Poor Tom?

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“A: Edgar.”

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Q: How does the Fool’s role add to the theme of wisdom?

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“A: His honesty teaches Lear about his mistakes.”

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Q: How does King Lear address loyalty?

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“A: Through characters like Kent and Cordelia

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Q: What does the quote ‘I am a very foolish fond old man’ reveal?

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“A: Lear’s growing self-awareness.”

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Q: Who brings Cordelia back to England?

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“A: France

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Q: How is justice portrayed as arbitrary?

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“A: Even good characters like Cordelia face tragic ends.”

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Q: What is the function of the Fool?

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“A: To offer wisdom masked as foolishness.”

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Q: How does Gloucester’s blinding reinforce his insight?

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“A: He only ‘sees’ Edmund’s betrayal after being blinded.”

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Q: How does King Lear address the theme of madness?

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“A: Lear’s madness represents his emotional suffering and enlightenment.”

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Q: How does the play end?

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“A: With tragedy and death

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Q: How does King Lear portray family relationships?

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“A: As fraught with betrayal and complexity.”

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Q: What does the storm symbolize?

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“A: Lear’s inner turmoil and loss of control.”

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Q: Who remains loyal to Lear despite his faults?

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“A: Kent and the Fool.”

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Q: How does Edmund manipulate his father Gloucester?

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“A: By forging a letter to make Edgar seem treacherous.”

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Q: How is Cordelia a symbol of purity and loyalty?

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“A: She remains true to Lear

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Q: How does the theme of appearance vs. reality manifest in the sisters?

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“A: Goneril and Regan pretend to love Lear to gain power.”

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Q: How does King Lear reflect on old age?

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“A: Through Lear’s vulnerability and dependency on others.”

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Q: How does betrayal lead to tragedy in the play?

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“A: Betrayals by Goneril

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