The Tempest Act 2 Scene 1 Quiz

Where does Act 2 Scene 1 take place?

What theme is developed through Antonio and Sebastian’s conversation?

What does Gonzalo believe about the island?

What does Gonzalo’s sleep symbolize?

What does Alonso regret regarding his daughter Claribel?

Who tries to comfort Alonso with optimism?

How does Gonzalo react upon waking?

What does Alonso decide to do at the end of the scene?

What does Antonio suggest to Sebastian during their aside?

What literary device is used when Antonio tempts Sebastian with kingship?

How does Shakespeare use contrast in this scene?

Why is Alonso sorrowful at the start of the scene?

Who would become king if Alonso died?

Who mocks Gonzalo’s hopeful attitude?

What is the effect of Ariel’s intervention?

What major theme does the scene reinforce?

What does Sebastian blame for the voyage’s tragedy?

What excuse do Antonio and Sebastian plan for drawing their swords?

Which characters open the scene?

Who puts the nobles to sleep?

How does Sebastian react to Gonzalo’s speech?

Who falls asleep first due to Ariel’s enchantment?

What would Gonzalo’s utopian society lack?

What does Gonzalo imagine creating on the island?

What does Alonso blame for his misfortune?

How does Sebastian initially react to Antonio’s proposal?

What do Antonio and Sebastian claim as their excuse for having swords drawn?

What kind of tone does Antonio use when speaking to Gonzalo?

What justification does Antonio use for betrayal?

Who wakes Gonzalo before the assassination can occur?