Drowning his book might seem like an act of mercy on Prospero’s part, but the tensions simmering under the surface in The Tempest Act 5 Quiz reveal a much more complex resolution. It is more difficult than it seems at first sight to grasp the nuances of his forgiving the conspirators.
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The Tempest Act 5 Quiz Questions
- At the start of Act 5, what does Prospero tell Ariel?
- What does Ariel report about the nobles?
- What emotion does Prospero feel after hearing Ariel’s report?
- What decision does Prospero make about his enemies?
- What does Prospero say will guide his actions now?
- What does Prospero instruct Ariel to bring him?
- What symbolizes Prospero’s magical authority?
- What does Prospero vow to do before leaving the island?
- What spirits does Prospero call upon before releasing them?
- What does Prospero promise Ariel in return for faithful service?
- Who are the first nobles to appear before Prospero in Act 5?
- What magical act does Prospero perform before the nobles arrive?
- How does Prospero treat the spellbound nobles when they appear?
- Who does Prospero address first among the nobles?
- Why does Prospero praise Gonzalo?
- What does Prospero accuse Antonio and Sebastian of?
- How does Antonio respond to Prospero’s accusations?
- What does Alonso deeply regret?
- Who does Prospero reveal to the astonished Alonso?
- Where does Prospero reveal Ferdinand and Miranda?
- How does Alonso react upon seeing Ferdinand alive?
- What blessing does Alonso give to Ferdinand and Miranda?
- How do Sebastian and Antonio react to the reunion?
- Who brings news that the ship is safe and ready?
- What does Ariel’s report about the ship symbolize?
- Who does Prospero order to appear last before him?
- How does Prospero punish Caliban?
- What does Caliban vow after his punishment?
- What does Prospero tell Ariel to do before leaving the island?
- What does Prospero ask of the audience in his final speech?