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Who are the two men on the ship at the beginning of the play?
Antonio and Alonso
Who is the wizard that lives on the island?
Prospero
Who is Prospero’s slave, a prisoner on the island?
Caliban
Where is the story set?
On an island near Italy
Which two characters fall in love in this play?
Miranda and Ferdinand
Why is Prospero stuck on an island?
Because is brother, Antonio, exiled him and took his title.
When was the Tempest written (points for the right century)
1611
Who do you think said this: “You taught me your language so that I could insult you”
Caliban to Prospero
Is the Tempest a Comedy, Tragedy or History?
A Comedy
What happens at the very beginning of the Tempest?
A storm
What are some themes explored in the Tempest?
Revenge, Loyalty and Forgiveness
Describe Prospero using an adjective. Say why you think it.
Eccentric, Clever, Selfish
What did Gonzalo give Prospero when he got onto the boat to the Island?
Clothes, books and food.
Why did Prospero's brother try to get rid of him?
He became obsessed with power. He wanted to be the Duke himself
How many years has Prospero been on the island?
12
How old was Miranda when she came to the island?
3
