The Wednesday Wars
What is the first Shakespeare play that is introduced to Holling?
The Merchant of Venice
Who does Hermia love at the start of the play?
Lysander
Why was Prospero originally exiled to the island?
His brother Antonio betrayed him and took his position as Duke of Milan.
Why does Antonio need to borrow money from Shylock?
To help Bassanio court Portia
How do fathers influence love in these plays?
They attempt to control marriage choices.
What military conflict is happening in the background of the novel during these chapters?
The Vietnam War
Why does Oberon want the magical flower?
To control Titania and make her give up the changeling boy.
What is the name of Prospero's magical servant that helps him create the storm?
Ariel
Why does Bassanio give away Portia’s ring, and why is this a problem later?
He gives it to the “lawyer” as thanks, but it was a promise to Portia never to give it away.
What crime did Antonio commit against Prospero?
He stole Prospero’s dukedom.
What causes Holling embarrassment at school involving cream puffs?
The rats eat them.
Who plays the role of Pyramus in the play-within-a-play?
Bottom
What is the name of the creature who believes the island belongs to him?
Caliban
Where does the trial between Antonio and Shylock take place?
In a court of law in Venice.
What is a theme that is shown in all of Shakespeare's plays so far?
love and its complications, appearance vs reality
What does Holling slowly realize about Mrs. Baker’s behavior toward him?
She is challenging him to help him grow, not punishing him.
What marriages happen at the end of the play?
Theseus & Hippolyta, Lysander & Hermia, Demetrius & Helena.
What does Prospero choose to do with his magic at the end of the play?
He gives it up and forgives his enemies.
What unusual payment does Shylock demand if the loan is not repaid?
A pound of Antonio’s flesh.
What promise does Prospero make to Ariel?
To set him free.
What is Hollings religion and what are the two other religious groups we see in the book?
Presbyterian, Jewish, and Catholic
Who is the fairy king responsible for causing confusion with the love potion?
Oberon
Name and explain one theme central to the ideas in this story.
Forgiveness is better than revenge, obedience and disobedience
What happens to Shylock’s wealth at the end of the trial?
It was taken away/divided.
Which characters use disguises or deception to achieve their goals?
Portia, Nerissa, Puck, Prospero.