The Tempest Questions on Stephano
The Tempest
How do Stephano, Trinculo, and Caliban react to the island's magic in Act 3, Scene 2 and Act 4, Scene 1?
In Act 3, Scene 2, Stephano, Trinculo, and Caliban plan to kill Prospero but are distracted by Ariel's music, which frightens Stephano and Trinculo, though Caliban reassures them it's harmless. In...
The Tempest
How does Stephano’s wine affect Caliban in The Tempest?
After Caliban tastes Stephano's liquor in The Tempest, Caliban worships Stephano as a god and swears to be his servant.
The Tempest
Do Stephano and Trinculo successfully gain power over Caliban in The Tempest?
Stephano and Trinculo inadvertently gain power over Caliban by exploiting his ignorance and hatred for Prospero. Caliban, mistaking them for gods after being given alcohol, readily submits to their...
The Tempest
What does Stephano say about the island's music in The Tempest?
In The Tempest, Stephano comments on the island's music after Ariel plays an unseen tune, saying that in this "brave kingdom," he will have his music for free. Initially startled by the mysterious...