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What is the definition of duplicity?
What is the definition of duplicity?
- An unconditional love for family
- The act of pretending to be someone else
- Deceitfulness in speech or conduct (correct)
- A strategy to gain power
Which character in King Lear uses deception to change his destiny?
Which character in King Lear uses deception to change his destiny?
- Goneril
- Edmund (correct)
- Lear
- Kent
Which of the following actions best illustrates Lear's blindness to reality?
Which of the following actions best illustrates Lear's blindness to reality?
- He trusts Kent completely despite his disguise.
- He ceases to interact with his daughters.
- He acknowledges Edgar’s loyalty.
- He believes Goneril and Regan's false declarations of love. (correct)
What tactic does Kent employ to deceive others in King Lear?
What tactic does Kent employ to deceive others in King Lear?
Which theme closely aligns with the concept of duplicity in King Lear?
Which theme closely aligns with the concept of duplicity in King Lear?
Flashcards
Duplicity
Duplicity
Deceitful behavior, often involving presenting a misleading or false appearance to others.
Appearance vs. Reality
Appearance vs. Reality
The contrast between how something seems on the surface and its true nature.
Deception in King Lear
Deception in King Lear
The play explores how characters deceive and manipulate each other, leading to tragic consequences.
Edmund's Deception
Edmund's Deception
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Lear's Blindness
Lear's Blindness
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