AICE EGP - Midterm Review

Echo

Mountain nymph who was punished by Hera, deprived of speech except for the ability to repeat others; her hopeless love for Narcissus caused her to fade away, leaving only her voice.

Oedipus

Mythical Greek king of Thebes; tragic hero who accidentally fulfilled a prophecy to kill his father and marry his mother; gouges out his eyes upon learning the truth.

Athena

Virgin goddess of wisdom and war, adored patroness of Athens.

Aphrodite

Goddess of beauty and sexual love.

Sisyphus

Trickster punished eternally for trying to cheat Death.

Midas

King of Phrygia who turned everything he touched into gold.

Thanatos

Personification of death, appearing to carry souls to the underworld when their time expires.

Hera

Goddess of women, marriage, family, and childbirth; sister and wife of Zeus.

Olympus

Mountain in Greece believed to be the home of the gods.

Menelaus

Husband of Helen of Troy; led Spartans against Trojans.

Apollo

God of the Sun, music, prophecy, poetry, and shepherds; carries a golden bow and silver arrows.

Hades

God of the underworld and the dead.

Medusa

Gorgon with snakes for hair; can turn people to stone; sometimes depicted as beautiful.

Paris

Son of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy; caused the Trojan War.

Voracious

Craving or consuming large quantities of food.

Vicinity

The area or region near or about a place; surrounding district.

Foreordained

Ordained or appointed beforehand.

Obsolete

No longer in general use; fallen into disuse.

Hypocrisy

A pretense of having virtuous character or principles one does not possess.

Nuance

A subtle difference or distinction in expression, meaning, or response.

Endear

To make dear, esteemed, or beloved.

Eminent

High in station, rank, or repute.

Demur

To make objection, especially on the grounds of scruples.

Stark

Sheer, utter, complete.

Slovenly

Untidy or unclean in appearance or habits.

Heritage

Something handed down from the past, as a tradition.

Ingenious

Characterized by cleverness or originality.

Psyche

The human soul, spirit, or mind.

Discerning

Showing good or outstanding judgment and understanding.

Hermia

A determined and passionate young woman in love with Lysander; defies her father and societal norms.

Helena

A devoted and self-conscious woman in love with Demetrius; persistent and insecure.

Bottom

A comical and overconfident weaver; transformed with a donkey’s head; a source of humor.

Titania

Graceful and strong-willed queen of the fairies; fiercely independent but vulnerable to magic.

Oberon

Cunning king of the fairies; manipulative but seeks reconciliation with Titania.

Demetrius

A fickle and arrogant nobleman; showcases the irrationality of love.

Lysander

Romantic and resourceful young man in love with Hermia; symbolizes true love.

Why were the tradesmen so happy to see Bottom return?

They were worried about his disappearance, which jeopardized their play. His return meant they could continue preparations for the performance.

At the end of the play, what happened to Egeus’ complaint against Hermia?

Theseus overrode Egeus's objection and allowed Hermia to marry Lysander.

When the potion is removed, what is Titania’s response to loving Bottom?

Titania is astonished and embarrassed, expressing regret for her enchanted actions.

How does Lysander’s definition of love change once he “falls in love” with Helena?

It becomes superficial and impulsive, highlighting love's irrational nature under magic’s influence.

How does Oberon plan to seek revenge against Titania?

By using a magical potion to make her fall in love with the first creature she sees, forcing her to give up the changeling boy.

How does Hermia’s height differ from Helena’s?

Hermia is shorter, contrasting with Helena's taller stature.

How would you best describe Hermia’s and Helena’s childhood relationship?

Close and friendly, though later strained by jealousy and rivalry in love.

When Hermia can’t find Lysander in the woods, what does accuse Demetrius of doing to him?

She accuses Demetrius of harming or killing Lysander out of jealousy or malice.

What does Bottom think when Titania says that she loves him?

He is bewildered but accepts her affection, enjoying the attention and luxury.

What does Helena think when Lysander says that he loves her?

She believes he is mocking her and doubts the sincerity of his words.

Why does Hermia insist that she and Lysander sleep apart from each other?

To maintain their honor and virtue and avoid impropriety.

Why are Titania and Oberon fighting?

Over custody of a changeling boy, whom Titania refuses to give up.

What is Hermia Lysander’s plan after Egeus tells the Duke that he wants his daughter to marry Demetrius?

To flee Athens and marry in secret at Lysander’s aunt's house outside the city.