Year 7
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will look at whether the play ultimately has a happy ending. We will also explore the play's content as a Shakespearean comedy.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Which statement is NOT true about the magical forest setting?
In the magical forest setting, Oberon wants Puck to use a love potion on Demetrius.
In the magical forest setting, Puck causes mischief.
In the magical forest setting, there is chaos, confusion, and conflict.
Q2.
What does Egeus think when he finds the lovers in the forest?
Egeus is glad that Hermia is not hurt.
Egeus thinks that Hermia and Lysander should be allowed to marry.
Egeus thinks that they should have a feast.
Q3.
Which of the following is an accurate definition for a simile?
A simile is a different word which describes the same thing.
A simile is a phrase that describes something.
A simile is phrase used to describe two things which are completely different.
Q4.
Which statement is NOT true about the simile 'melted as the snow'?
The simile 'melted as the snow' suggests Demetrius might love Hermia again in the future.
The simile 'melted as the snow' suggests that Demetrius no longer loves Helena.
The simile 'melted as the snow' suggests that Demetrius' love for Hermia was better than the love he now has for Helena.
Q5.
Which statement is true about Theseus?
Theseus agrees with Egeus.
Theseus blames Lysander for what has happened.
Theseus wants to punish the lovers.
5 Questions
Q1.
Which statement is TRUE about Theseus?
Theseus believes that fairy magic helped the lovers.
Theseus does not believe in reason and order.
Theseus is grateful to Puck for helping the lovers.
Q2.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of a Shakespearean comedy?
A group of ridiculous characters
A romantic plot
Confusion over who is who
Q3.
Which couple does not get married at the end?
Demetrius and Helena
Lysander and Hermia
Theseus and Hippolyta
Q4.
Which statement is NOT true about Demetrius at the end of the play?
Demetrius is happy for Hermia and Lysander.
Demetrius is under the influence of the love potion.
Demetrius marries Helena.
Q5.
Which statement is NOT true about Helena at the end of the play?
Helena believes that Demetrius loves her.
Helena gets to marry the man she loves.
Helena is happy.