Act I
What is a synonym for "adversary"?
A) Ally
B) Opponent
C) Friend
D)Traveler
B) Opponent
What does "counterfeit" mean?
A) A genuine article
B) An imitation or fake
C) A valuable item
D) A rare artifact
B) An imitation or fake
What does "vengeance" refer to?
A) A peaceful resolution to the war
B) Punishment inflicted in retaliation
C) An act of kindness for love
D) A situation of indifference
B) Punishment inflicted in retaliation
Which of the following is a synonym for "unwieldy"?
A) Light and easy
B) Manageable
C) Clumsy
D) Compact
C) Clumsy and difficult to handle
What does "conflict" mean in literature?
A) A peaceful resolution
B) A struggle between opposing forces
C) A character's internal thoughts
D) A description of the setting
B) A struggle between opposing forces
What does "augmenting" mean?
A) Decreasing in size
B) Adding to or increasing
C) Destroying
D) Hiding away
B) Adding to or increasing
Which of the following is a synonym for "cunning"?
A) Honest
B) Clumsy
C) Deceptive
D) Foolish
C) Deceptive
Which of the following best describes "eloquence"?
A) Confusing speech that's intentional
B) Fluent and persuasive speech
C) Lack of clarity in emotion
D) Silent communication with hatred
B) Fluent and persuasive speech
What does "fray" mean?
A) A peaceful gathering
B) A moment of silence
C) A ceremonial event
D) A noisy quarrel or brawl
D) A noisy quarrel or brawl
What is a "dramatic foil"?
A) A character who remains unchanged
B) A character that contrasts with another character
C) A character that embodies the theme of the story
D) A character who provides comic relief through a hard scene
B) A character that contrasts with another character
Which of the following is the best definition of "beseech"?
A) To ignore or reprimand
B) To command or persuade
C) To urgently request or beg
D) To celebrate
C) To urgently request or beg
What does "intercession" refer to?
A) The act of intervening on behalf of someone
B) A strong disagreement between two people
C) A refusal to participate in the fight
D) An expression of joy
A) The act of intervening on behalf of someone
What does "braggart" mean?
A) A humble person
B) A loyal friend
C) A quiet observer
D) Someone who boasts excessively
D) Someone who boasts excessively
Which of the following best describes "merit"?
A) Fault or flaw
B) Worthiness or value
C) Deceitfulness
D) Neglect
B) Worthiness or value
Which of the following describes an "aside"?
A) A lengthy speech delivered by one character
B) A short comment made to the audience
C) A character's inner thoughts spoken aloud
D) A dramatic exchange between multiple characters
B) A short comment made to the audience
What is an antonym for "grievance"?
A) Complaint
B) Discontent
C) Protest
D) Satisfaction
Answer: D) Satisfaction
Which of the following best describes "lamentable"?
A) Worthy of grief or regret
B) Joyful and celebratory
C) Unimportant or trivial
D) Inspiring and uplifting
A) Worthy of grief or regret
Which of the following is a synonym for "gallant"?
A) Cowardly and crude
B) Brave and chivalrous
C) Rude and entertaining
D) Disrespectful
B) Brave and chivalrous
What is a "pun"?
A) A serious statement
B) A play on words for humorous effect
C) A tragic event in a story
D) A character's internal conflict at the beginning of the story
B) A play on words for humorous effect
What is a "monologue"?
A) A conversation between two characters
B) A brief comment to the audience that others can't hear
C) A long speech by one character addressed to others
D) A silent moment on stage to heighten suspense
C) A long speech by one character addressed to others
What does "heretics" refer to?
A) Those who hold beliefs contrary to established doctrine
B) Followers of mainstream beliefs
C) Leaders of a religious group
D) A group of loyal followers
A) Those who hold beliefs contrary to established doctrine
What does "sallow" mean?
A) Bright and vibrant
B) Healthy or glowing skin
C) Pale or yellowish complexion
D) Dark and mysterious
C) Pale or yellowish complexion
What is a synonym for "fickle"?
A) Steadfast
B) Loyal
C) Changeable
D) Predictable
C) Changeable
What does "solemnity" mean?
A) Lightheartedness
B) Indifference toward family
C) Joyful celebration
D) Seriousness or formal dignity
D) Seriousness or formal dignity
What is a "soliloquy"?
A) A speech given by a character alone on stage, revealing their thoughts
B) A brief remark made by a character directed at the audience
C) A long conversation between two characters in a side scene of the play
D) A humorous play on words to relieve tension
A) A speech given by a character alone on stage, revealing their thoughts