Symbolism
What does the spilt milk/water symbolize
King lear's frustration and loss of control
What demand do the two daughters make about Lear’s soldiers?
Him not having any anymore
What importance does the soldiers have to Lear’s identity?
They represent his status, independence, respect in society and power.
What natural element tracks Lear’s anger and emotional loss of balance as the scene progresses?
The storm
What does Lear realize when seeing and talking to Kent before entering Glouster’s house?
That his daughter refused proper hospitality to him and his people and mistreated those who represent him (Kent)
How do Goneril and Regan use hospitality as a way to control Lear?
By restricting where he can stay and under what conditions.
What major theme does the storm resemble?
The collapse of order and release of chaos – reflecting Lear’s mental and emotional un stability
Why do the sisters want Lear to stay without his soldiers?
weakening his independence and political power.
Why is being "too weary" to meet with king lear upset him?
because it shows that he does not hold any authority and people will only see him if its convenient for them.
Why does reducing the number of soldiers symbolize stripping Lear of power?
Because his soldiers are a visible form of political and social influence.
What is the turning point when Lear realizes that he kicked out the wrong daughter?
When Regan sides with Goneril and repeats the demand to reduce his followers even though HE gave them the power.
How does this scene develop the theme of leadership responsibility?
Lear is facing the consequences of part decisions and failed leadership.
Through the art, how does the artist symbolize the power shift in the book?
By moving Lear off the balcony and onto the ground and placing the daughters on the higher floor.
What final betrayal pushes Lear to flee into the storm?
His daughters telling him he is too old and weak to keep his men
What theme is shown when Lear realizes he has no control anymore?
The fragility of authority