Twelfth Night:Themes (Edexcel GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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What does Orsino describe love as in Act I, Scene i?
What does Orsino describe love as in Act I, Scene i?
An 'appetite' that cannot be satisfied
What animal imagery does Orsino use to describe his desires?
What animal imagery does Orsino use to describe his desires?
'Fell and cruel hounds'
How does Olivia describe love in Act I, Scene v?
How does Olivia describe love in Act I, Scene v?
As a 'plague' that causes suffering
Which two characters are excluded from romantic happiness in the play?
Which two characters are excluded from romantic happiness in the play?
Malvolio and Antonio
What is the name of Viola's male persona?
What is the name of Viola's male persona?
Cesario
What theme does Antonio's deep affection for Sebastian introduce?
What theme does Antonio's deep affection for Sebastian introduce?
Homoerotic love
What does Orsino continue doing at the play's conclusion that suggests ambiguity?
What does Orsino continue doing at the play's conclusion that suggests ambiguity?
Using Viola's male name
What is Malvolio's main ambition that leads to his humiliation?
What is Malvolio's main ambition that leads to his humiliation?
To rise above his station
How does Maria achieve upward mobility?
How does Maria achieve upward mobility?
By marrying Sir Toby
Why does Viola hide her identity in Illyria?
Why does Viola hide her identity in Illyria?
To navigate Illyria more safely
What method does Maria use to deceive Malvolio?
What method does Maria use to deceive Malvolio?
A forged letter
What does Malvolio do after reading the letter that makes others think he's mad?
What does Malvolio do after reading the letter that makes others think he's mad?
Dresses in yellow stockings and smiles excessively