Why must a man lose his eyes or his brain to see the world as it is? This King Lear Act 4 Quiz explores the themes of blindness and reconciliation as the French army arrives on British shores. As you begin the quiz, think about the tragedy of Gloucester and Lear.
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King Lear Act 4 Quiz Questions
- Where does Gloucester want to go after being blinded?
- Who guides Gloucester toward Dover?
- What deception does Edgar use to comfort Gloucester on the way to Dover?
- What happens when Gloucester “falls” from the supposed cliff?
- What lesson does Gloucester learn from his supposed fall?
- Where has Lear been wandering in Act 4?
- What mental state is Lear in when he meets Gloucester?
- How does Lear treat Gloucester upon meeting him?
- Who leads the French army in Act 4?
- Why has Cordelia returned to England?
- How does Cordelia react when she hears of Lear’s condition?
- What does Cordelia send out to find Lear?
- Who captures and cares for Lear when he is found?
- What symbol of humility does Lear wear when he meets Cordelia?
- How does Lear respond when Cordelia finally embraces him?
- What emotion dominates Lear’s reunion with Cordelia?
- What does Edgar disguise himself as after Poor Tom?
- What does Goneril plan with Edmund in Act 4?
- Why is Regan jealous of Goneril in Act 4?
- What message does Albany receive that shocks him?
- How does Albany react to Goneril’s betrayal?
- Who delivers the letter revealing Goneril’s plot to Albany?
- How does Oswald die in Act 4?
- What item does Oswald carry that changes Edgar’s fate?
- What moral theme is reinforced by Gloucester’s suffering?
- How does Edgar describe the state of England in Act 4?
- What does Regan demand from Oswald before his death?
- How does Lear describe himself to Cordelia when they reunite?
- What symbolic act shows Lear’s redemption?
- How does Act 4 end?