The Rover - Analysis Quiz

What genre does The Rover belong to?

Question Answer Choices Romantic Comedy Epic Poetry Restoration Comedy Shakespearean Tragedy

Who does the title 'The Rover' refer to in the play?

Question Answer Choices Hellena Willmore Frederick Charles II

What does Hellena do to take control of her own destiny in 'The Rover'?

Question Answer Choices Joins a pirate crew Marries a wealthy nobleman Runs away to join a theater troupe Disguises herself as a gypsy to go to the carnival

What is a major theme in Aphra Behn's The Rover?

Question Answer Choices The impact of industrialization. The conflict between science and religion. The exploration of colonialism. The relationship between love and marriage.

What does The Rover celebrate in terms of societal changes?

Question Answer Choices The end of the Puritan rule and rise of democracy The Restoration of the monarchy and theater The establishment of a new religion The revolution against the monarchy

What type of humor is often found in The Rover?

Question Answer Choices Irony Satire Parody Farce

What is another major theme in Aphra Behn's The Rover?

Question Answer Choices The importance of education. The rise of the middle class. The effects of war on society. The limited set of options available to women.

Which character in "The Rover" vocally condemns hypocritical marriage practices?

Question Answer Choices Angelica La Nuche Florinda Hellen

What type of tone is generally found in Restoration comedies like The Rover?

Question Answer Choices Light-hearted Tragic Serious Melancholic

What aspect of society does Aphra Behn satirize in "The Rover"?

Question Answer Choices Lower-class society Middle-class society Upper-class society Religious society