The Midsummer Night's Dream | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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Who does Egeus want his daughter to marry?

Demetrius

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Under Athens law, what will happen to Hermia if she doesn't obey her father?

She will die, or spend her life in a nunnery.

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What is Oberon's role in the play?

He is the King of the Fairies.

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Why is Oberon angry with Titania?

She won't obey him, and give up the Indian orphan baby to him.

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What does Oberon send Puck to find?

The 'Love-in-Idleness' flower which contains Cupid's love magic power.

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Who is Cupid, and why is he famous?

The son of Venus, the Roman Goddess of Love. He shoots magical gold-tipped arrows at individuals who then fall deeply in love.

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Who does Helena love?

Demetrius

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Who is the 'Merry Wanderer"?

Puck, a sprite fairy.

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Which character comes up with the plan to elope?

Demetrius

Helena

Lysander

Hermia

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What is Oberon's revenge plot on his Queen?

To trick Titania into falling in love with an animal in the Woods, thereby looking foolish.

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What is the setting of the play?

Wood near Athens

Wood near Ho chi Minh

Wood near Greece

Wood near Hanoi

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How does Helena react to Demetrius verbal abuse?

She accepts it and does not mind. Helena is deeply in love

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What does Oberon tell Puck to do about Demetrius and Helena?

to sprinkle the potion in the "Athenian man's" eyes.

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Why does Puck anoint Lysander’s eyes?

Lysander is wearing an athenian clothing.

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How does Helena react to Lysander’s sudden love for her when he awakens?

feels offended because she believes that Lysander is making fun of her.

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True or False: Hermia loves Demetrius

False, she loves Lysander.

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