Read these lines from The Tempest, spoken by Alonso to Prospero:
O heavens, that they were living both in Naples,
The king and queen there! That they were, I wish
Myself were mudded in that oozy bed
Where my son lies. (Act V, scene i, lines 149 - 152)
Which statement best explains the significance of these lines?
O
A. These lines are important because they provide clues that Alonso
was a part of the plan to take Prospero's kingship from him.
O
B. These lines are important because Alonso declares his revenge on
the one who caused the shipwreck and killed the future king.
O
C. These lines are important because Alonso suggests that he would
be happy about the marriage of his son and Prospero's daughter.
O
D. These lines are important because Alonso must bring his son
back to marry an awaiting princess.
PREVIOUS