AnswersGA-Literature and Composition III BKing Arthur’s Socks, Part 1

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Why does Dell have Lancelot read the poem to Guenevere?

A
to give Lancelot a chance to tell Guenevere about Mary
B
to offer a solution to the problems faced by all the characters
C
to reflect the same ideas about love and “madness” that have run through the play
D
to reveal that Arthur is in love with another woman
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How does Lancelot’s reading of the poem to Guenevere affect the mood of the audience?

A
It creates a comical mood of annoyance because Lancelet does not finish the poem.
B
It creates a mood of anticipation because it seems that the two characters might confess their love.
C
It creates a mood of confusion because this is a play, not a poetry reading.
D
It creates a mood of joy because Guenevere likes the poem so much.
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How does the one-act climactic structure of King Arthur’s Socks create an emotional impact?

A
by emphasizing Lancelot’s connection to all three women
B
by speeding up the action to focus on the climax
C
by allowing the audience to learn about many characters over a long time period
D
by including several settings that represent the characters’ feelings
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How does the one-act climactic structure contribute to the overall meaning of King Arthur’s Socks?

A
It draws attention to the fact that not much can happen in a short period of time.
B
Its focus on climactic action provides excitement and whirlwind adventure.
C
Its shortened structure allows the play to concentrate on one main message.
D
Its use of only one setting allows characters to take the time to develop slowly over time.
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Guenevere’s conversation with Lancelot, like her conversation with Vivien, begins with a discussion of the fact that she is darning Arthur’s socks. How does this focus on Guenevere’s domestic activity relate to a major theme of the play?

A
The play shows Guenevere darning socks, an activity common to a homemaker’s work, to contrast traditional ideas about women’s duties with modern ideas about women.
B
The theme “modern men are too busy to spend time at home” is supported by Guenevere darning socks in her husband’s absence.
C
The play shows Guenevere darning socks, an activity common to a homemaker’s work, to contrast traditional ideas about men’s work with traditional ideas about women’s work.
D
The theme “modern women feel trapped by domestic roles” is supported by Guenevere not wanting to darn her husband’s socks.

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