Question

What aspect of Prospero's situation most clearly expresses a theme from The Tempest? A. He tries to treat his slaves with kindness even though they often lash out against him. B. He is a good father to Miranda and wants to see her happy. C. He struggles to regain control of his life after his brother took his dukedom from him. D. He gives honor to his friends who helped in a hard situation.

Answer 1

Shakespeare's play "The Tempest" is considered as a "revenge tragedy". Revenge is a significant theme in the course of the play. Prospero's magic provides him with the power to take revenge against his brother Antonio and those who usurped his dukedom, situation which set his daughter Miranda and him on an island. However revengeful the play can be, in the end we witness forgiveness. The most suitable option for expressing a theme is C.

Answer 2

C is correct but another answer is:

He tries to control others through his magic or his words. -Apex