Module A - THE TEMPEST Flashcards
Prospero’s statement of informing her further, is ironic as he is not telling her the whole truth. Further, this is symbolic of his understanding of women, that they’re not capable of understanding the truth and therefore can be manipulated to his desire.
“Tis time i should inform thee farther”
Miranda’s plea to the heavens shows her dependence on religion and the need to escape the toxic grasp of her father’s diatribe.
“Oh, the heathens! What foul play had we that we came from thence.”
Contrasting ways in which Miranda is treated are a reflection of the context in which the characters were created.
“And Felix, in the eyes of Miranda, is noble. It helps him to know that,”
Epithet lends itself to the interpretation that witchcraft or illusion is taken and manipulated by those in power.
“Ariel! My industrious servant, Ariel!”
High modality language serves as a praise for Ariel’s work, but also is a justification
“Thou and thy meaner fellows your last service did worthily perform, and I must use you In such another trick.
Religious allusion reveals that Prospero is both taking advantage of Ariel, and relating his power to that of God
“My charms crack not, my spirits obey, and time goes upright with his carriage.”
Books that assert Prospero “magical powers”, is symbolic as it shows that superstition can be born from a single event or thing, and that it has the potential to commandeer one’s existence.
“Remember first to possess his books, for without them he’s but a sot, as I am, nor hath not one spirit to command.”
Dramatic irony as Prospero has not been brave, this demonstrates that he is ‘backpedaling’.
“Bravely, my diligence. Thou shalt be free.”
Metaphor for weakness. The imperative masked as a question demonstrates the influence that Caliban has over other people
“Within this half hour he will be asleep. Wilt thou destroy him then?”
