The Winters Tale Act 2 Quiz

Who defends Hermione’s innocence most boldly?

What theme becomes central in this act?

What story does Hermione encourage Mamillius to tell?

What is Leontes’ view of Paulina’s husband, Antigonus?

What name is later given to Hermione’s newborn daughter?

What does Leontes call Paulina after she speaks to him boldly?

Who does Leontes order to imprison Hermione?

What word best describes Leontes’ court during Act 2?

What is Hermione accused of doing with Polixenes?

What phrase does Paulina use to describe Hermione’s character?

What does the act reveal about Leontes’ transformation?

What is Leontes’ reaction when Paulina presents the baby?

What does Paulina’s courage represent?

Who becomes the moral counterpoint to Leontes’ tyranny?

Who urges Leontes to consult the oracle at Delphi?

What emotion dominates Hermione’s speeches in Act 2?

What does Paulina bring to Leontes as proof of Hermione’s innocence?

Where does Act 2 of The Winter’s Tale take place?

How does Leontes punish Antigonus for defending his wife?

Who says “This jealousy is for a precious creature”?

What does Hermione request while imprisoned?

What does Leontes accuse Hermione of being?

How does Leontes treat his courtiers’ protests?

What does Hermione declare about her conscience while imprisoned?

How does Paulina defy Leontes’ commands?

Who tries to calm Leontes during his furious outburst?

What is Hermione doing at the beginning of Act 2?

Who supports Paulina’s courage before Leontes?

What best describes Leontes’ behavior in Act 2?

What does Leontes threaten to do to the child?