Tragic Hero Flashcards
1
Q
Act 1 scene 1 what is Richard?
A
Elevated in his position
2
Q
Act 1 scene 1 - “the fair reverence of your highness”
A
Curbs me from giving reigns to my free speech - Richards elevation from diving right makes him great
3
Q
Act 1 scene 1 - “we thank you both”
A
Reminds us of divine right
4
Q
Act 4 scene 1 - “with mine own tears i wash away my balm….”
A
With mine own hands i give away my crown” - metaphor highlights Richard resuming control - gains respect
5
Q
Act 4 scene 1 poetic language?
A
Elevates him in contrast to Bolingbroke
6
Q
Act 5 scene 5 - “i have wasted time…”
A
And doth time waste me”
7
Q
Act 5 scene 5 - “i have been studying how i may compare…”
A
This prison where i live unto the world” - remains majestic and grand in his speech - realises his mistakes
