King Lear Questions and Answers
In King Lear, Lear says, "When we are born we cry that we are come to this great stage of fools," who are the fools to whom he refers? Did the term "fool" have a different meaning than simply a person who does silly things?
"Have more than thou showest,speak less than thou knowest,lend less than thou owest." What does this line from King Lear mean?
In the last lines of King Lear, Edgar says, "The oldest hath borne most; we that are young / Shall never see so much, nor live so long" (5.3.324–25). Make the argument that Edgar is wrong in what he says, based on the events of the play. Include supporting quotes.
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From King Lear, explain the meanings to "Blow, winds, and crack your cheeks. Rage! Blow!"
The line "Nothing will come of nothing" is extremely significant. What is the meaning of this line in the context of the whole play, and what is the relationship between nothing and something in King Lear?
What are examples of figurative language used in Act III, Scene 2 of King Lear?
Discuss the significance of similarities and differences in Edward Bond's Lear with Shakespeare's King Lear.
What does "The worst is not, So long as we can say 'This is the worst'" mean?
Please describe some similarities and differences between King Lear and Gloucester in King Lear by Shakespeare.
In what sense are the Fool's assertions true or false in act 3, scene 2, of King Lear?
What does King Lear mean when he says, "Let me wipe it first; it smells of mortality"?
How does King Lear end?
What is the short summary of King Lear?
Why are Gloucester's eyes plucked out?
In King Lear, what does the Fool's prophecy in Act 3, scene 2, mean?
What does the fool mean by "Fathers that wear rags, do make their children blind . . ."?
What is the dramatic significance of the subplot in King Lear?
What does the fool mean by "She will taste as like this as a crab does to a crab. Thou canst tell why one’s nose stands i' th' middle on ’s face?" She will taste as like this as a crab does to a crab. Thou canst tell why one’s nose stands i' th' middle on ’s face?
What is the main conflict in King Lear?
What does the following quote from King Lear mean? If yet beseech your majesty- If for I want that glib and oily art, To speak and purpose not--since what I well intend, I'll do't before I speak--that you make known It is no vicious blot, murder, or foulness, No unchaste action, or dishonored step, That hath deprived meof your grace and favor; But even for want of that for which I am richer, A still-soliciting eye, and such tongue As I am glad I have not, though not to have it Hath lost me in your liking.
Describe themes of madness and the supernatural in King Lear.
What does the fool mean by "Nuncle, give me an egg, and I'll give thee two crowns"
What does the following quote from King Lear mean? 'Tis our fast intent To shake all cares and business from our age, Conferring them on younger strengths while we Unburdened crawl toward death.
What is the significance of the mock trial in King Lear?
How is the relationship between Goneril and Albany presented in Act 4: Sc 2 lines 29-69?
What is the significance of old age and death in King Lear?
What is significance of the opening scene in Shakespeare's King Lear?
Why did King Lear summon his three daughters, and what was the result?
How and in what ways is Lear or isn't he presented as a victim throughout the play?
What is the climax in Shakespeare's play King Lear?
Explain the theme of sight and insight in King Lear.
Does King Lear fit Aristotle's definition of a tragic hero?
What are the differences and similarities between the main plot and the subplot in King Lear?
Are Goneril and Reagan justified in treating their father the way they do in King Lear?
In Act 1, Scene 4 of King Lear, according to the Fool’s arguments, how has Lear “deserved” this poor treatment from Goneril?
In King Lear, what does "Thinkst thou that duty shall have dread to speak/When power to flattery bows" mean?
Discuss quotes from King Lear with a literary device selected and an act, scene, and line reference.
What does the Fool mean by saying "may not an ass know when the cart draws the horse"?
What rhetorical devices are used in Edgar's soliloquy in act 2, scene 3 of King Lear?
Why is King Lear angry with Cordelia?
Closely analyzing Edmund's "Thou, nature, art my goddess" speech in King Lear, explain what Edmund says and what it shows about his character.
Give explanation of, "Mend your speech a little, lest it mar your fortunes," from King Lear.
What does the quote below mean from King Lear?If that the heavens do not their visible spirits Send quickly down to tame these vile offenses, It will come: Humanity must perforce prey on itself Like monsters of the deep.
Why does the King of France accept Cordelia when Burgundy rejects her?
Can you explain the significance of the storm in King Lear?
How are Kent and The Fool different and how are they similar?
How did King Lear die?
What is the function of King Lear's one hundred knights?
What is the fateful end of King Lear's three daughters?
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