What punishment does Theseus declare for the cousins?

Death unless they win a trial by combat

The Two Noble Kinsmen Full Book Quiz | Trace Rivalry’s Burden

What major theme runs throughout the play?

Love and friendship in conflict

Wealth and power

Revenge and justice

War and politics

What role does Arcite play during the festival?

He guards the queen

He delivers a speech

He performs in a play

He serves as master of the games

What drives the Jailer’s Daughter to madness?

Her loyalty to her father

Her jealousy of Emilia

Her hopeless love for Palamon

Her fear of punishment

Who are the two noble kinsmen of the play’s title?

Theseus and Perithous

Creon and Palamon

Palamon and Arcite

Lysander and Demetrius

What happens to Arcite after winning the duel?

He is struck by lightning

He is killed by Palamon

He runs away from Athens

He falls from his horse and dies