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What is the purpose of comedy in literature?
To
entertain
and amuse the
audience
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How did European colonists view indigenous peoples?
As
naïve
or
monstrous
, often negatively
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What does Caliban's name signify?
It echoes "
cannibal
," indicating barbarism
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What themes are key in Caliban's character?
Colonialism
, freedom,
nature vs. nurture
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Who is Caliban's mother?
Sycorax
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What is Caliban's relationship with Prospero?
He is
hostile
towards
Prospero
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Who are Caliban's allies?
Trinculo
and
Stephano
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What does Caliban symbolize in literature?
Represents the “other” and
colonial
subjects
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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
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What type of character is Caliban?
He is
resentful
and
primitive
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What is the significance of Caliban's portrayal in The Tempest?
It reflects
European
fears of the
“other”
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How does Caliban's character reflect themes of colonialism?
His
exploitation
represents
indigenous
peoples' struggles
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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
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What is a villain in literature?
A character opposing the
protagonist
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How does a simile function in literature?
It compares two unlike things using 'like' or
'as'
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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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