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Coriolanus Act 4 Scene 7 Quiz
Coriolanus Act 4 Scene 7 Quiz
What literary function does this scene serve?
It foreshadows Coriolanus’s downfall
It concludes the main conflict
It resolves the political tension
It introduces a new hero
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What does Aufidius admit about Coriolanus’s military skill?
That it is overrated by the people
That it depends on luck
That it surpasses his own
That it comes from treachery
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How does Aufidius’s jealousy contrast with Coriolanus’s character?
Aufidius is humble; Coriolanus is boastful
Both seek equal glory
Coriolanus envies Aufidius instead
Aufidius is envious; Coriolanus is indifferent to praise
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What tone dominates Aufidius’s monologue?
Cynical and reflective
Playful and humorous
Optimistic and proud
Resigned and sorrowful
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What does Aufidius fear Coriolanus might do next?
Flee from the battlefield
Claim leadership of the Volscians
Kill Aufidius directly
Return to Rome for peace
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What foreshadowing occurs in Aufidius’s remarks?
Coriolanus’s death at his hands
The Volscians’ surrender
Aufidius’s victory over Rome
Peace between the enemies
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How does Aufidius view Coriolanus’s arrogance?
As justified confidence
As both his strength and his weakness
As harmless pride
As an illusion created by others
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How does Aufidius rationalize his envy?
By denying it entirely
By blaming the Roman gods
By framing it as loyalty to his people
By attributing it to fate
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What final impression of Aufidius does this scene leave?
A proud rival plotting betrayal
A remorseful soldier seeking peace
A loyal ally to Coriolanus
A foolish general outmatched in war
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What does the First Soldier observe about Coriolanus’s leadership?
That he fears combat
That he commands respect through action, not words
That he relies on Aufidius for strategy
That he speaks eloquently but acts rarely
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What emotion does Aufidius’s speech reveal?
Bitterness mixed with admiration
Pure hatred
Calm acceptance
Relief and joy
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What do the soldiers represent in this scene?
The voice of Volumnia’s conscience
The public opinion within the Volscian army
The Senate of Rome
The tribunes of the people
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What historical theme does this scene evoke?
The value of forgiveness
The destructive nature of pride and rivalry
The strength of democracy
The peace between empires
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Who are the main speakers in this scene?
Menenius and Cominius
Aufidius and a First Soldier
Volumnia and Virgilia
Sicinius and Brutus
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What theme does Shakespeare emphasize through Aufidius’s reflection?
The wisdom of restraint
The corrosive power of ambition
The purity of patriotism
The redemptive strength of family
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What contrast does Shakespeare highlight between Aufidius and Coriolanus?
One is politically cunning, the other brutally honest
One is cowardly, the other heroic
Both are manipulative politicians
Both are equally deceitful
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Where does Act 4 Scene 7 take place?
In the Roman Senate
At Aufidius’s house in Antium
In a camp of the Volscian army
In the streets of Rome
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What does Aufidius call Coriolanus in this scene?
A loyal friend
A lion that preys where he should protect
A false prophet
A cunning traitor
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How do the soldiers view the alliance between Aufidius and Coriolanus?
As dangerous and unnatural
As necessary for victory
As symbolic of peace
As irrelevant to their cause
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What does Aufidius reveal about his feelings toward Coriolanus?
Jealousy and resentment
Fear and respect
Admiration and loyalty
Hatred and vengeance
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What plan does Aufidius begin to form in this scene?
To betray the Volscians
To reconcile with Rome
To attack Antium
To use Coriolanus’s arrogance against him
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What is Aufidius discussing at the beginning of the scene?
Plans for peace with Rome
Menenius’s betrayal
Coriolanus’s rising fame and success
The defense of Antium
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What emotion drives Aufidius’s final lines?
Joyful excitement
Vengeful determination
Hopeful optimism
Fearful resignation
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Why does Aufidius resent Coriolanus’s popularity?
He blames him for the war
He fears Roman spies
It threatens his own position among the Volscians
He envies his wealth
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What does Aufidius plan to do about Coriolanus’s growing influence?
Leave the army entirely
Return to Antium for safety
Undermine him and destroy his reputation
Support him publicly
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What accomplishment of Coriolanus does Aufidius acknowledge?
His defeat by the tribunes
His loyalty to the Senate
His victories over the Volscians
His alliance with Menenius
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How does Aufidius describe Coriolanus’s effect on the Volscian army?
He inspires fear and mistrust
He weakens their morale
He brings confusion and division
He commands more loyalty than Aufidius himself
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How do the soldiers regard Coriolanus?
As a hero and leader
As an enemy of the state
As a weak exile
As a deserter from battle
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What literary device dominates Aufidius’s speech about Coriolanus?
Romantic metaphor
Religious allegory
Comic exaggeration
Irony and foreshadowing
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What theme is explored through Aufidius’s jealousy?
Justice and mercy
Love and reconciliation
Faith and redemption
Rivalry and ambition
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