Background
When was Shakespeare born?
In 1564
Who is Ariel? And what did Prospero do for him?
Prospero's servant. Prospero saved him from a tree.
What do Ferdinand and Miranda agree to do at the end of this scene?
They agree to marry as quickly as possible.
What does Prospero agree to at the beginning of this scene?
To let Miranda and Ferdinand marry.
How does Prospero's character change in this scene?
He forgives everyone that did him wrong and does not seek revenge.
What did Shakespeare part-own later in his life?
He part-owned the Globe Theater.
Who is Gonzalo? And what did he do for Miranda and Prospero?
He is an honest old councilor. He gave Prospero and Miranda supplies to survive at sea.
Where does Prospero's magic come from?
His library books.
What does Ariel serve as in this scene?
He serves as Prospero's spy and messenger.
What happens to the ship in this scene?
It is rebuilt and is ready to sail.
What is Shakespeare known as in terms of the English Language?
He is known as the greatest writer.
Who does Miranda fall in love with? And who is he?
Ferdinand and he is the son of the King of Naples.
What is Mirnada's character like in this scene?
She is in love with Ferdinand and forgets Prospero's demands.
Why was there a pageant?
Prospero wanted to celebrate and bless Miranda and Ferdinand and reinforce his warning to remain chaste till marriage.
What is Ariel's character like in this scene?
He understands everyones sufferings and tries to help.
The Tempest was what of Shakespeare's last?
It was his last solo playwright.
Who is Sycorax?
The mother of Caliban.
What temptations (2) cause Stephano to accept Caliban's suggestion that Stephano murder Prospero?
Chests of gold and jewels and barrels of sweet wine.
What does Iris mean when she says this about Cupid, "has broke his arrows, / Swears he will shoot no more, but play with sparrows / And be a boy right out."
That he promises not to shoot any lovers with his arrows.
What is the overall resolution of this play?
To forgive the wrongdoing against you and move forward.
The Tempest was created from Shakespeare's what?
His imagination.
Antonio says to Sebastian, "O, that you bore the mind that I do!" What does he mean by this and how does it show a difference between the two?
He means that they have different minds. Also that Antonio is greedy for wealth and power and Sebastian is greedy for only wealth.
How does Alonso react when Ariel accuses him of wrongdoing Prospero?
He admits his guilt and expresses remorse.
Who is planning to kill Prospero? But what stops them?
Caliban, Trinculo, and Stephano. Trinculo and Stephano are drunk and they act like fools.
Which character would feel the most sorrow at the end of this scene? And why?
Prospero, because he loses Ariel due to him being set free, and he loses Miranda to her marriage.