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Question
What could be the reason for Prospero to give up the practice of magic?
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Solution
- After using the power of his magic on an enchanted island, he returned to his own kingdom, Milan.
- He desired a new beginning, to lead his country using human values and virtues rather than supernatural powers.
- So he might have abandoned the practice of magic.
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Match the paragraphs in Column A with their suitable titles in Column B. (Only the first and last words of the paragraph are given in Column A to identify it.)
| A Paragraphs |
B Titles |
||
| (1) | Now Antonio was a treacherous man ______ its wealth and power. | (a) | Prospero Creates a Storm |
| (2) | In the woods nearby, Prospero ______ his tasks properly. | (b) | Ariel Reports about the Storm |
| (3) | Knowing that his enemies were near ______ all people on board. | (c) | Ariel is a Mischievous Spirit. |
| (4) | Having narrated this story, Prospero ______ down with the ship. | (d) | Prospero loses his Dukedom. |
| (5) | Many more tricks did Ariel play ______ touched the food. | (e) | Milan Welcomes Prospero’s Return |
| (6) | Thus, after many years, ______ very nobly forgave them! | (f) | Caliban Serves Prospero |
