Class 10 : Unit – 1 - The Tempest – Supplementary

 

Unit – 1 - The Tempest – Supplementary

    

                                                

                                    

    

    A. Choose the correct answer

1. was the chief of all spirits.

a. Sycorax

b. Caliban

c. Ariel

d. Prospero

2. raised a dreadful storm.

a. Caliban         b. Prospero       c. Miranda      d. Sycorax

3. Miranda was brought to the island years ago.

a. fourteen           b. ten           c. twelve            d. five

4. Prospero ordered Ariel to bring to his place.

a. Gonzalo              b. Ferdinand        c. King of Naples                d. Antonio

5. had provided Prospero formerly with books and provisions.

a. Antonio             b. Ferdinand            c. Gonzalo                  d. Antonio

6. The second human being that Miranda saw on the island was .

a. Ariel                 b. Prospero               c. Ferdinand                  d. Gonzalo

B. Identify the character or speaker

1. She imprisoned the spirits in the bodies of large trees.  -  Sycorax

2. He was the chief of all spirits. -  Ariel

3. I was Duke of Milan, and you were a princess. - Prospero

4. What a trouble must I have been to you then! - Miranda

5. Now pray tell me, sir, your reason for raising this sea-storm? - Miranda

6. I will soon move you.  -  Ariel

7. I will tie you neck and feet together. -  Prospero

8. I must finish my task before I take my rest.”  - Ferdinand

9. He repented and implored his brother’s forgiveness.  -  Antonio

C. Answer the following questions in one or two sentences.

1. Who were the inhabitants of the island?

The inhabitants of the island were Prospero and his daughter Miranda.

2. What powers did Prospero possess?

Prospero had magical powers and could control spirits, the winds, and the sea.

3. Who was Caliban? What was he employed for?

  Caliban was the son of the witch Sycorax. He was employed as a slave to fetch wood and do laborious tasks.

4. Who were on the ship? How were they related to Prospero?

The ship carried the King of Naples, Antonio (Prospero’s brother), Ferdinand (the king’s son), and others.

5. Why had Prospero raised a violent storm in the sea?

Prospero raised the storm to bring his enemies to the island and take back his dukedom.

6. How did Miranda feel when her father raised the storm to destroy the ship?

Miranda felt deep pity and concern for the people on the ship, fearing they would perish.

7. What was Ariel ordered to do with the people on the ship?

Ariel was ordered to safely bring Ferdinand to Prospero and make the others wander the island.

8. Give two reasons why Miranda was so concerned about Ferdinand.

Miranda was concerned about Ferdinand because she had never seen a young man before and found him attractive and noble.

9. Why did Prospero set Ferdinand a severe task to perform?

Prospero set Ferdinand a severe task to test his love and sincerity towards Miranda.

10. How was Gonzalo helpful to Prospero when he left Milan?

Gonzalo was helpful to Prospero by secretly placing water, provisions, clothes, and books in the boat.

D. Answer the questions in a paragraph of about 100 – 150 words.

1. Write a detailed character sketch of Prospero.

Character Sketch of Prospero

Prospero is the central character in The Tempest and the rightful Duke of Milan. He is a powerful magician who controls the spirits, especially Ariel. Prospero is highly intelligent and uses his magic to bring his enemies to the island. He is also a loving father who deeply cares for Miranda and educates her well. Though he initially appears harsh, he is just and forgiving, as seen when he ultimately forgives Antonio and the King of Naples. His wisdom and sense of justice lead him to give up his magical powers once his goals are achieved. Prospero’s character evolves from being vengeful to merciful, making him one of Shakespeare’s most complex and fascinating protagonists.

2. Narrate how Prospero made his enemies repent to restore his dukedom.

Prospero used his magical powers to create a storm that brought his enemies—his brother Antonio and the King of Naples—to the island. With the help of Ariel, he confused and frightened them, making them suffer from guilt and remorse. Ariel appeared to them as a harpy and reminded them of their past wrongdoings. Overcome with fear and regret, Antonio and the King repented for their betrayal. Finally, Prospero revealed himself, forgave them, and agreed to return to Milan with them, regaining his dukedom.

 

E. Rearrange the following sentences in coherent order

1.He ordered Ariel to torment the inmates of the ship.

2.Miranda was attracted by Ferdinand and had more concern towards him.

3.Prospero and Miranda came to an island and lived in a cave.

4.Prospero forgave them and restored his dukedom, Milan.

5.He raised a violent storm in the sea to wreck the ship of his enemies.

6.Prospero wanted to test Ferdinand and gave a severe task to perform.

7.Using his powers, Prospero released the good spirits from large bodies of trees.

8.The King of Naples, and Antonio the false brother, repented the injustice they had done to Prospero.

9.Ariel was instructed to bring Ferdinand, the prince of Naples to his cave.

10.Ferdinand was the second human whom Miranda had seen after her father.

Answer :

1.      Prospero and Miranda came to an island and lived in a cave.

2.      Using his powers, Prospero released the good spirits from large bodies of trees.

3.      He raised a violent storm in the sea to wreck the ship of his enemies.

4.      He ordered Ariel to torment the inmates of the ship.

5.      Ariel was instructed to bring Ferdinand, the prince of Naples, to his cave.

6.      Ferdinand was the second human whom Miranda had seen after her father.

7.      Miranda was attracted by Ferdinand and had more concern towards him.

8.      Prospero wanted to test Ferdinand and gave a severe task to perform.

9.      The King of Naples, and Antonio the false brother, repented the injustice they had done to Prospero.

10.  Prospero forgave them and restored his dukedom, Milan.