Rapunzel's Prince Lines Flashcards
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What does Rapunzel want her prince to do?

  • Let down her hair (correct)
  • Run away
  • Sing a song
  • Climb the tower
  • Rapunzel's hair is described as yellow as corn.

    True

    What does Rapunzel's prince think of her name?

    Strange and beautiful

    Why does the prince call out to Rapunzel?

    <p>To let down her hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Rapunzel's prince feel about not being able to reach her?

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

    Rapunzel lives in a tower that has no _____ or _____ .

    <p>door, stairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Rapunzel's prince mean by 'if there only were doors'?

    <p>He wishes he could easily access her without obstacles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Rapunzel's name is never mentioned by her prince.

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

    What brings the prince into the woods?

    <p>To find Rapunzel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The prince's heart is _____ for her.

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

    What does the prince mean by saying, 'the girls must be mad'?

    <p>They are foolish.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Rapunzel's prince reference when he mentions a 'casket entirely of glass'?

    <p>It signifies his feelings of pain and emotional entrapment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rapunzel's Prince Key Lines & Themes

    • Rapunzel's unique name represents both beauty and strangeness, emphasizing the allure she holds for the prince.
    • The prince expresses determination and romantic ambition, seeking to court Rapunzel despite obstacles presented by a witch.
    • Themes of longing and desire showcase the prince's feelings of agony when faced with unattainable love.
    • The metaphor of climbing Rapunzel's hair signifies the lengths he is willing to go for her affection.
    • The dichotomy between reality and desire is presented through the interactions between the prince and his brother, who express skepticism towards their pursuits.
    • The imagery of towers and forests serves as a symbol of isolation and challenges in love.
    • Moments of humor arise from the brothers' banter about their motivations and the absurdity of their entangled emotions.
    • The motif of witches and giants encapsulates the themes of danger, enchantment, and barriers to love.
    • A recurring element highlighting the prince's internal struggle is his feelings of “misery” and “agony,” reflecting the pain associated with unfulfilled desires.
    • Emotional complexity is seen in how characters respond to love, jealousy, and rivalry, revealing deeper insights into their motivations.
    • The narrative conveys the idea that true happiness is complicated by external fears and personal internal conflicts.
    • Allusions to fairy tale standards underpin the romantic idealization of love, yet challenge these through the characters’ portrayals of emotional strife.

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    Test your knowledge of key lines from Rapunzel's Prince in the narrative of 'Into the Woods'. This quiz features important quotes and their meanings, helping you understand the character's motivations and the story's themes. Perfect for theater enthusiasts or literary fans!

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