The Clash of the Settings
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- In this lesson, we will explore the contrasting settings and how the magical forest changes Hermia and Lysander's future completely. We will look at how, despite Egeus' attempt to enforce the 'law', love can triumph thanks to the fairies intervention: disorder creates order.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Which statement is NOT true about the magical forest setting?
In the magical forest setting, Oberon wants Puck to use a love potion on Demetrius.
In the magical forest setting, Puck causes mischief.
In the magical forest setting, there is chaos, confusion, and conflict.
Q2.
What does Egeus think when he finds the lovers in the forest?
Egeus is glad that Hermia is not hurt.
Egeus thinks that Hermia and Lysander should be allowed to marry.
Egeus thinks that they should have a feast.
Q3.
Which of the following is an accurate definition for a simile?
A simile is a different word which describes the same thing.
A simile is a phrase that describes something.
A simile is phrase used to describe two things which are completely different.
Q4.
Which statement is NOT true about the simile 'melted as the snow'?
The simile 'melted as the snow' suggests Demetrius might love Hermia again in the future.
The simile 'melted as the snow' suggests that Demetrius no longer loves Helena.
The simile 'melted as the snow' suggests that Demetrius' love for Hermia was better than the love he now has for Helena.
Q5.
Which statement is true about Theseus?
Theseus agrees with Egeus.
Theseus blames Lysander for what has happened.
Theseus wants to punish the lovers.