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Act IV Questions
1. Gloucester tells the old man that he has no eyes and does not want
any. Why does he say this?
2. Why do you think Albany smiled when Oswald told him of the French
army approaching?
3. Who is the one “royal” who is offended by Goneril’s treatment of Lear.
Why is he offended?
4. Which “royal” is pronounced dead?
5. Describe Cordelia’s reaction to reading Kent’s letter regarding her
father.
Act IV Questions.notebook November 04, 2020
6. Give details as to Lear’s current mental state.
7. Why does Lear not wish to see Cordelia?
8. What is the third plot that takes place involving 2 of the sisters?
9. What are Regan’s immediate plans for romance? Who does she ask
for help in this department? Why does she see it as her right to this romance?
10. Describe the life threatening event that takes place between Gloucester
and Edgar.
11. Why does Lear run away from guards?
12. Explain the interaction between Edgar and Oswald. What damaging
information is found out at this time?
13. Describe Lear’s reunion with Cordelia.