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How does Gloucester describe Edmund when introducing him?
Gloucester says that Edmund is illegitimate but that he loves him
What does Lear plan to do after leaving the throne?
Lear plans to spend his remaining years visiting his daughters.
What is Lear’s reaction when Cordelia refuses to flatter him?
Lear reacts by giving Cordelia’s share of the kingdom to her sisters.
Why does Edmund feel jealous of his brother Edgar?
Edmund is jealous because Edgar will inherit their father’s inheritance
How does Edmund persuade Gloucester to read the forged letter?
Edmund makes Gloucester curious by pretending to hide the letter from him.
What does Goneril tell her servants to do when Lear is in her home?
Goneril orders her servants to act rudely toward Lear.
Who arrives at Goneril’s castle disguised as a peasant?
Kent arrives at Goneril’s castle disguised as a peasant.
What advice or comment does the Fool give to Lear?
The Fool tells Lear that it was wrong to give the kingdom to Regan and Goneril.
Who objects to the way Goneril treats Lear?
Albany protests against the way Goneril treats Lear.
