You think you know how a kingdom falls, but do you remember the precise terms of the love test that started the madness? This King Lear Act 1 Quiz will test your memory of the first division and the banishment of the only daughter who spoke the truth.
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King Lear Act 1 Quiz Questions
- What is King Lear’s main intention at the start of Act 1?
- Which daughter speaks first during Lear’s love test?
- What does Lear plan to give to the daughter who loves him most?
- How does Goneril describe her love for Lear?
- What word does Cordelia use to describe her feelings toward Lear?
- What is Lear’s reaction when Cordelia says “Nothing”?
- Who tries to defend Cordelia after Lear disowns her?
- How does Lear punish Kent for speaking out?
- What is the name of the King of France’s rival for Cordelia’s hand?
- Why does the Duke of Burgundy refuse to marry Cordelia?
- Who agrees to marry Cordelia despite her loss of fortune?
- What does the King of France praise in Cordelia?
- What is the subplot introduced in Act 1 alongside Lear’s story?
- Who are Gloucester’s two sons?
- Why is Edmund resentful toward Gloucester?
- What document does Edmund forge?
- How does Gloucester react to the forged letter?
- Where does Kent disguise himself after his banishment?
- Why does Kent return to Lear’s service in disguise?
- How does Lear reward Goneril for her flattery?
- What complaint does Goneril make about Lear’s knights?
- Who is Oswald in Goneril’s household?
- How does Goneril instruct Oswald to treat Lear?
- How does Lear react when Goneril’s servants disrespect him?
- What curse does Lear place on Goneril?
- Where does Lear decide to go after leaving Goneril’s house?
- What warning does the Fool give Lear?
- What animal does Lear compare Goneril to in anger?
- What theme is most strongly established in Act 1?
- How does Act 1 end?