Wk 6

    Cards (16)

    • What is the purpose of comedy in literature?
      To entertain and amuse the audience
    • How did European colonists view indigenous peoples?
      As naïve or monstrous, often negatively
    • What does Caliban's name signify?
      It echoes "cannibal," indicating barbarism
    • What themes are key in Caliban's character?
      Colonialism, freedom, nature vs. nurture
    • Who is Caliban's mother?
      Sycorax
    • What is Caliban's relationship with Prospero?
      He is hostile towards Prospero
    • Who are Caliban's allies?
      Trinculo and Stephano
    • What does Caliban symbolize in literature?
      Represents the “other” and colonial subjects
    • How do Caliban, Trinculo, and Stephano contribute to the comedic elements in The Tempest?
      • Use foolish behavior and antics
      • Create comedic situations
      • Engage in drunken schemes against Prospero
      • Provide lighthearted moments typical of Shakespearean comedy
    • What type of character is Caliban?
      He is resentful and primitive
    • What is the significance of Caliban's portrayal in The Tempest?
      It reflects European fears of the “other”
    • How does Caliban's character reflect themes of colonialism?
      His exploitation represents indigenous peoples' struggles
    • What are the characteristics of The Tempest as a comedy?
      • Humorous characters like Caliban, Trinculo, and Stephano
      • Use of foolish behavior for comedic effect
      • Drunken schemes to overthrow Prospero
      • Lighthearted moments typical of Shakespearean comedy
    • What is a villain in literature?
      A character opposing the protagonist
    • How does a simile function in literature?
      It compares two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'
    • How does "The Tempest" function as a comedy?
      • Features humorous characters like Caliban, Trinculo, and Stephano
      • Comedic situations arise from foolish behavior and antics
      • Drunken schemes to overthrow Prospero create lighthearted moments
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