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Why does Edmund plot to displace his brother as Gloucester's heir?
Why does Edmund plot to displace his brother as Gloucester's heir?
- He thinks Gloucester favors Edgar too much.
- He believes he is more deserving of the inheritance. (correct)
- He wants to prove his loyalty to his father.
- He is seeking revenge for past mistreatment.
Which term does Edmund use to question society's classification of him and his status as a 'bastard'?
Which term does Edmund use to question society's classification of him and his status as a 'bastard'?
- Royalty
- Base (correct)
- Commoner
- Noble
How does Edmund view the 'aged tyranny' that oppresses him?
How does Edmund view the 'aged tyranny' that oppresses him?
- As a lawful authority
- As an unjust imposition (correct)
- As a necessary evil
- As a just ruler
In what way does Edmund challenge the norms of inheritance and legitimacy in society?
In what way does Edmund challenge the norms of inheritance and legitimacy in society?
What does Edmund suggest about his father's love for him compared to Edgar?
What does Edmund suggest about his father's love for him compared to Edgar?
What does Edmund reveal about his intentions towards his legitimate brother in the text?
What does Edmund reveal about his intentions towards his legitimate brother in the text?
What led to Kent's banishment in the text?
What led to Kent's banishment in the text?
How does Edmund react to the letter he discovers in the text?
How does Edmund react to the letter he discovers in the text?
Why does Edmund express hope that his brother's heart is not in the contents of the letter?
Why does Edmund express hope that his brother's heart is not in the contents of the letter?
What does Edgar's letter imply about his relationship with Edmund?
What does Edgar's letter imply about his relationship with Edmund?
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