The Supernatural
What was the cause of the storm in the beginning of the play?
Prospero asked Ariel to use his powers
Who did Ariel serve before Prospero?
The witch Sycorax
Why did Prospero decide to forgive his enemies?
Prospero only decides to forgive his enemies after he emerges triumphant.
How did Ariel become Prospero’s servant?
Ariel became his servant because after he was exiled to the island, he promised Ariel would be helped free, if Ariel became a servant for Prospero.
Why did Prospero enslave Caliban?
Caliban tried to rape his daughter, Miranda.
Does the feeling of forgiveness come naturally to Prospero?
Although Prospero did not intend to harm anyone, he believed harsh criticism was allowed to take place.
Why does Ariel have magical powers?
He is an air spirit
Why was Prospero exiled to the island in the first place?
His brother Antonio, seized his property and power, thus bringing Prospero to this island.
What does Prospero do to the people from the boat who have wronged him?
Prospero commands Ariel to confine them and cause them to go crazy.
Why does Ariel use his powers?
Prospero has enslaved him and promised his freedom in exchange for powers.
Why did Prospero decide to release his enemies after Ariel had confined them?
He wants to act from compassion and forgive his enemies.
What made Prospero break his staff and destroy his books?
This symbolizes him giving up magic and resent for his enemies.