Literary Analysis of Doctor Faustus
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What is the main theme of the Renaissance era that is reflected in Christopher Marlowe's play Doctor Faustus?

The emphasis on the individual

What is the traditional role of the chorus in classical Greek drama?

To describe and comment on the play's unfolding plot with singing, dancing, and choral odes

What is the significance of the university setting in Doctor Faustus?

Wittenberg, a university, is where Faustus studies

What is the main conflict presented in Doctor Faustus?

<p>A confrontation between a Renaissance man who rejects God's authority and the Middle Ages belief that God's laws govern all</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the chorus in Doctor Faustus?

<p>To serve as the voice of the everyday citizen passing judgment on the tragedy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main outcome of the protagonist's defiance of the gods in Doctor Faustus?

<p>Tragedy</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the role of the chorus change over time in Greek drama?

<p>It decreased in importance and provided less commentary</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of figures did medieval literature typically celebrate?

<p>Historic, saintly, or heroic figures</p> Signup and view all the answers

What authority did the Church of England recognize as its leading authority?

<p>The monarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is implied by the Evil Angel's statement about Faustus' chances of repentance?

<p>That Faustus will never repent</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the epilogue's statement 'Cut is the branch that might have grown full straight' suggest about Faustus' choices?

<p>That Faustus' choices have led to his downfall</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was religion eventually banned from the Elizabethan stage?

<p>Because of its sensitive nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Mephastophilis' name in the context of the play?

<p>It is derived from medieval German mythology</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the Elizabethans view the relationship between religion and magic?

<p>They blurred the line between the two</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was influenced by Marlowe's depiction of Faustus?

<p>German author Johann Goethe</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the central theme of the play in relation to Faustus' character?

<p>The nature of his choices and their consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Faustus do with Jehovah's name while conjuring?

<p>He writes it backward and forward and rearranges it to form different words.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who do the two nosey scholars fear Faustus may be practicing magic with?

<p>Valdes and Cornelius.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the two scholars decide to do after visiting Faustus's residence?

<p>They go off to inform the head of the university.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What language does Faustus use while chanting during his conjuring?

<p>Latin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Faustus command Mephastophilis to do when he appears?

<p>He doesn't explicitly command Mephastophilis to do anything; instead, he judges him to be 'too ugly to attend on me' and sends him off to change his shape.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'damned art' that the scholars are worried about?

<p>Magic or conjuring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Faustus's respected status at the university?

<p>It shows that knowledge and mental agility are prized at the university.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Wagner do when the two scholars come looking for Faustus?

<p>He engages them in a bit of verbal sparring before telling them that his master is at dinner with Valdes and Cornelius.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Wagner threaten to do to the clown's lice if he refuses to serve him?

<p>Turn them into evil spirits that will tear him to pieces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Faustus wait in his study for Mephastophilis's return?

<p>He is troubled by doubts about the choice he has made.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Wagner call up to chase the terrified clown?

<p>Two devils, Baliol and Belcher.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Good Angel assert is still possible for Faustus to do?

<p>Renounce magic, repent, and attain heaven.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Evil Angel argue is an illusion?

<p>The possibility of repentance and attaining heaven.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does the clown ultimately agree to serve Wagner?

<p>Because he is impressed by Wagner's demonstration of magic and wants to learn how to summon devils and perform other feats of magic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What pattern becomes apparent in the play as it progresses?

<p>An alternating pattern of serious and comic scenes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Evil Angel urge Faustus to keep in mind?

<p>The honor and wealth he will gain through his use of magic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Robin in the play according to the A-Text and B-Text?

<p>An ostler (A-Text) or a clown (B-Text)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of Faustus repenting, according to the Evil Angel?

<p>Devils will tear him to pieces</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the instruction given by Lucifer to Faustus?

<p>Never to invoke Christ's name or think of God</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Lucifer give this instruction to Faustus?

<p>Because it is against the pact Faustus made with him</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the scene where the Evil and Good Angels appear to Faustus?

<p>It highlights the moral conflict within Faustus and the consequences of his choices</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the scene with the Evil and Good Angels placed in different versions of the play?

<p>Some A-Texts place it later, after Act 3, Scene 1, while some B-Texts place it after Faustus views the Seven Deadly Sins</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who appears in response to Faustus's cry for Christ to save his soul?

<p>Lucifer, Belzebub, and the Seven Deadly Sins</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of Faustus's vow to obey Lucifer?

<p>He is giving up his chances of salvation through Christ's intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

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