English 122 Homework for Monday

Posted: October 22, 2015

There will be a homework check. Read the following three scenes: Act 3. Scene i    http://www.online-literature.com/shakespeare/kinglear/11/ Act 3. Scene ii   http://www.online-literature.com/shakespeare/kinglear/12/Act 3. Scene iii   http://www.online-literature.com/shakespeare/kinglear/13/ Answer the following questions: Act 3, Scene 1 1.Explain the significance of lines 16 - 17.  In scenes previous, the 
Fool’s comments were to criticize and point out mistakes made by 
Lear.  What do these lines suggest about the Fool? 2.  List three possible causes Kent suggests for the invasion of 
Britain by the French.  Provide line references. Act 3, Scene 2 How does the storm parallel Lear’s emotional and mental state?  Use at least two supporting quotes.  How does Lear’s language when he faces the storm reflect the storm itself?  Lear is beginning to show signs of humility.  Discuss. Act 3, Scene 3 This scene brings the two plots together.  It shows that Gloucester, as well as Kent is being kept alerted regarding the movements of the French army.  Gloucester is loyal to Lear and has complete confidence in his younger son, Edmund, who is proving to be a traitor.