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Drama
Othello  

Who is Othello?
Othello is a brave, confident and physically strong man. He is a general in Venetian defense forces. He loves Desdemona the daughter of Brabantio.
Why is Othello sent to Cyprus? UOS 2018
Othello is sent to Cyprus to protect Island from the Turks. Othello is a general of the Venetian forces.
Who is Desdemona? 
Desdemona is a young, beautiful, white, Venetian debutante. She is daughter of Brabantio. She falls in love with Othello.  
What is Othello's opinion about unexposed Iago?
Othello’s opinion about Iago is that he is a kind and honest man but it is ironical because in reality he is opposite What is Brabantio’s warning to Othello about Desdemona? Uos 2019
Brabantio warns Othello, “She has deceived her father, and may thee,” but Othello is certain of Desdemona’s faithfulness. 
What is importance of the Handkerchief in Othello? Uos 2018
The handkerchief is the first gift Desdemona receives from Othello, so it is symbol of his love. Othello claims that his mother used it to keep his father faithful to her, so to him the handkerchief represents fidelity and his giving it to Desdemona represents a promise that he will be true to her.
Why does Iago turn against Othello OR Why Iago does not like Othello? UOS 2016
Iago turns against Othello because Othello has made Cassio his lieutenant who has no military experience instead of Iago who has military experience.
What qualities of Othello win the heart of Desdemona? 
The qualities of Othello that win the heart of Desdemona are the tales of wars, his adventurous and endurance before coming to Veince that told to Desdemona. She says that my heart is subdued for Othello's visage and honour.
What kind of woman is Emilia?
Emilia is the wife of Iago and attendant of Desdemona. She is a young, virtuous and intelligent woman. She is a faithful wife and loyal servant.
Who is Cassio? 
Cassio is a young and inexperienced soldier. He is described as Othello’s “honorable lieutenant”, and he is given this rank over Iago.
Why does Iago stab his mistress? (Uos 2013)
Iago does not tell anything that why he stab his mistress but it is very clear from the story that Emilia tells the truth and condemn the lies of his husband. So, in revenge he stabs her. 
Who is Brabantio?
Brabantio is father of Desdemona and a rich Venetian Politician. He likes Othello and invites him to visit his house but he never expected that Othello to steal his daughter.   
Why is Brabantio dismayed about Desdemona? UOS 2015
Brabantio is father of Desdemona. He is dismayed about Desdemona when he comes to know that she has married to a Moor Othello. The main reason is that Othello is a black and Moorish Why does Desdemona marry to Othello? UOS 2017-18
She marries to Othello because she is intrigued by his adventurous past as a soldier. She says that my heart is subdued for Othello’s visage and honor.
Who is the first Character to refer to Othello by name? UOS 2017
The Duke is the first character to refer the Othello by his name.
How did Veince treat Othello before he was dispatched to Cyprus? UOS 2019
Before Othello’s drastic fall from grace, the leaders of Veice treat Othello with respect and honor.
How does Brabantio die?
Brabantio dies of grief after his daughter runs off with Othello.
Why does Othello dismiss Cassio?
Cassio foolishly allows himself to be encouraged to go for a drink. When he becomes drunk, he is drawn into a brawl and attacks Montano, a former Cypriot officer, badly wounding him. Othello comes out, furious at the disorder and dismisses Cassio.
What does Roderigo think of Othello?
Roderigo is Iago’s dupe. He loves Desdemona and prepared to do anything to get her. Roderigo does not feel any loyalty towards Othello, who he believes has stolen his love from him.
How does Iago exploit Roderigo? OR 
How does Roderigo befooled by Iago? UoS 2018
Riderigo is an emotional person. He does not think on reason. So, Iago exploits Roderigo through his emotions. He tells Roderigo that money can get anything even Desdemona’s love thus he get money from Roderigo.
What was Iago’s complaint in Scene 1?
He was passed over for a promotion and Cassio got the job as lieutenant who was an inexperienced soldier
What happened when Cassio and Roderigo fought?
Roderigo was wounded by Cassio and Cassio was wounded from behind by Iago.
Why was Bianca angry with Cassio?
She was angry with Cassio because she loved him and thought that some other woman had given him the handkerchief as a gift.
What lie did Iago tell montano about Cassio?
He told Montano that Cassio is an alcoholic.
What was Brabantio’s reaction to Othello’s marry to Desdemona?
Brabantio thinks Desdemona was basically forced to marry Othello, and was very angry.
How does Othello kill Desdemona?
In the last act Othello tells Desdemona that she is disloyal and he is going to stab her. She requests for mercy and claims her innocence but he refuses and stab her.
What happens to the Turkish fleet?
The Turkish fleet is broken apart by a terrible storm while sailing to Cyprus.


OEDIPES REX by Sophocles
​Who was king Laius ?
He was the former king of Thebes He married to Creaon’s sister, Jocasta.  In his reign Apollo warned Laius that one day his son would kill Laius and would marry to his mother.
Why does Oedius run away from cornith? UOS 2015
When he was a young man living in Corinth, another soothsayer claimed that he would kill his father and marry his mother. Oedipus runs away from Corinth to save his parents and himself from murder and incest.
What are the traits of Apollo? UOS 2015
Apollo is an ancient Greek god, son of  Zeus and Leto. He is god of oracles, fertility, diseases and cure.
How does Oedipus become the king of Thebes? 2016
Oedipus becomes the king of Thebes by solving the mind- wrenching riddle of Sphinx.  He achieves the monarchy as a reward of solving the puzzle.
What are the charges of Oedipus against Creaon? UoS 2016
Oedipus charges the Creaon for plotting the murder of King Laius with the companionship of “Child of Endless of Night.”
What is the other name of Apollo used in Oedipus Rex? UoS 2017
The other name of Apollo used in Oedipus Rex is Phoebus, a dazzling ray of light.
How  does Creaon treat blind Oedipus in the end ? UoS 2017
Creaon treats the Oedipus as a true brother-in-law and uses every possible mean to make Oedipus stay in his Thebans palace.   
What gods are mentioned in Oedipus?
Some of the most important gods mentioned in Oedipus are, Zeus, Hera, Apollo, Hades, Poseidon, Aphrodite and Athena. How many odes are present in Oedipus Rex? UoS 2019
There are 4 odes present after every scene of Oedipus Rex
Why is Oedipus reluctant go to Corinth after the death of king polybus? UoS 2009
Oedipus fears to go back to Corinth as he might fulfil the second part of the oracle of committing the crime of insect.
Who is Apollo in Oedipus Rex?
The sun god and Healer god. The people of Thebes ask Apollo for advice when they want to save Thebes.
How does Oedipus blind himself? 
He blinds himself by poking out his eyes with the long gold pins from his dead wife brooches.    
What does Oedipus blinding himself symbolize?
Oedipus blinding himself symbolizes his increase of knowledge, his sensitivity, and gives him the ability to finally “see”. He is now able to see the flaws of his hubris attitude, and the consequences of which his pride brought to him. 
How was Laius murdered ? UoS 2018
King Laius was murdered by his own son, Oedipus the king in the place where three roads met. Oedipus killed the old man with his youthful might, taking the old man merely a stranger.
Who was called the son of Labdakos? UoS 2018
Oedipus was called the son of Labdakos by the Chorus in ode 1.
What does Oedipus accuses Teiresias of ?
Oedipus accuses Teiresias of being liar, being a conspirator, taking part in the murder of the king with Creon.
What was the Prophecy about Oedipus? UoS 2010
The prophecy about Oedipus was that one day he would grow up to kill his father and he would marry to his mother.
Who is Jocasta in Oedipus Rex?
Jocasta is Oedipus’ wife and mother. She is also Creon’s sister. She appears only in the final scenes of Oedipus the King. 
Why does Jocasta commit sucide?
She commits suicide because she realizes that the prophecies have been fulfilled, and that she has married her own son. For breaking divine and human laws Jocasta commits suicide.
Who does Oedipus blame for Laius death?
Teiresias accuses Oedipus of killing Laius. However, the other rumors say that robbers killed Laius. Oedipus blames Creon for framing Oedipus for murder.
How does Oedipus see himself?
He views himself as a great leader. He has pity towards people and wants to help them.
​Why does Tiresias get furious with Oedipus?
Tiresias get furious with Oedipus because Oedipus accused him for uniting with Creon to grab the crown.
What god does Oedipus blame for his fate?
After finding the truth about his fate of killing his father and sleeping with his mother Oedipus blames Apollo and other gods.   
Who caused the downfall of Oedipus?
The cause of Oedipus’ downfall is his mistake, which was caused by his pride. This downfall is due to his rashness, over-curiosity and his disrespect for the god’s predictions.


The Importance of Being Ernest
Who is Dandy?
Dandy is a character who gives importance to physical appearance, sophisticated language and leisurely interests. For example Algernon is a dandy character in “The Importance of Being  Ernest.
What is comedy of manners?
The witty, cerebral form of dramatic comedy that depicts and often satirizes the manners and affections of a contemporary society.
What is the name of Algernon’s imaginary friend?
Bunbury is a imaginary friend of Algernon. His other name is Bunburyism. Who is Miss Prism?
Miss Prism is Cecily’s governess. She is an endless source of pedantic bromides and Cliches. She respects every repressed Victorian who lives by an impossible canon. 
Who is Bunbury in the play Importance of Being Ernest? UoS 2018
Algernon is bunbury in the play.
Why does Miss Prism fear from Lady Bracknell? UoS 2018
Miss Prism fears from Lady Bracknell as she might be questioned for stealing a baby from Bracknell’s house.
How is Algernon a dandy in the importance of being ernest? UoS 2017
Algernon serves as a dandy in The Importance of Being Ernest because he remains conscious about good clothes and spends lavishly on throwing parties.
When is Cecily bad and good for Lady Bracknell? UoS 2017
Initially Cecily is bad for Lady Bracknell because she is niece of Lady’s poor sister’s son, Jack.But to that moment when she discovered Cecily is rich now she is good for Lady Bracknell
What is ungentlemanly thing to read according to Jack? UoS 2013
Jack says that a private Cigarette case is ungentlemanly to read.  
Who is Lady Brackness?
Lady Bracknell is first and foremost a symbol of Victorian earnestness. She is powerful, arrogant and ruthless. She values ignorance which she sees as a “a delicate exotic fruit.”  On what grounds do you dislike Lady Bracknell? UoS 2016
I dislike Lady Bracknell for her interfering, authoritative and hypocrite behavior. She wants everyone to press under a thumb. She is ruthless, powerful and arrogant
Define Artificial Comedy? UoS 2016-19
It is just another term for comedy of manners, where a playwright decides to satires the behavior of a particular social group, which is normally upper class in some ways.
Who is Lane? UoS 2015
Lane is Algernon Moncrieff’s butler. He is important in the establishment of the tone of the play. His relationship with Algy is apparently one of deference and politeness.
Who is Cecily’s teacher?
Miss Prism is Cecily’s teacher. What is Jack’s father first name?
His first name is Ernest.
What does Algernon call Lady Bracknell?
He calls her Aunt Augusta. 
What is Dandy with reference to Importance of Being Ernest? UoS 2019
A dandy is a person who gives excessive attention to his dress, looks and lifestyles, while pinpointing his society’s dual identities through his wit.  
What picture of Lord Bracknell is created by the things Lady Bracknell and Gwendolen say about him? UoS 2015
The picture of Lord Bracknell is created through his wife and daughter as another aristocrat who remains absent in the functions of the family.
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JEW OF MALTA BY Christopher Marlowe
What are the major themes of The Jew of Malta?
Machiavellian Strategy, revenge, hypocrisy, love and avarice, wealth, lies and deceit justice, judgment, religion, prejudice and politics.
With whom is Abigail in love with? UOS 2015
She was in love with Mathias duh. He was a young and son of Catherine. Mathias also love her very much.
Who is Barabas in Jew Of Malta?
The Protagonist of the play and father of Abigail. He is a tragic hero. He does not care for anyone. He is true follower of Machiavellian.
What is Act 2 scene 1 mainly about in Jew of Malta? UoS 2019
Act 2 scene 1 is mainly about Abigail throwing the bags full of gold and money and Barabas catches his “bliss” and hugs his money bags
while standing in an alley of his counting-house which is turned into a nunnery.
What does Barabas nose symbolize? UOS 2019
Barabas’ nose symbolizes for humour and satire. It is a common symbol for a Jew to have a long pointing nose.
Who is bellamira?
Bellamira is a courtier and prostitution. She has few customers, pilia Borza is only attendant.  Name the religious groups mentioned in Jew of Malta?
Christians, Jews and Muslims are mentioned in Jew of Malta.
Who is Ithamore?
Ithamore is a Turkish slave presumably brought to Malta by Malta after capturing a Turkish ship. Barabas buy Ithamore for 100 Crowns.
What does Ithamore reveal about his past deeds to Barabas? UOS 2016
Ithamore tells Barabas all about how he has burned down Christian villages, murdered random travelers and crippled religious pilgrims.
Why does Barabas decide to kill Ithamore? UOS 2018
He deciedes to kill Ithamore because “he knows to much” about Barabas’ vengeance and he might confess to Ferneze. Thus he decides to to poison his “heir”.
Why is Barabas angry with the three Jews? UoS 2018
Barabas is angry with the three Jews as they have arrived to seek Barabas’ help on the arrival of Turkish galleys and Barabas only cares about his own gold and coffee.
Who says in Jew of Malta I count religion but as a childish toy? UOS 2016
This sentence uttered by the soul of Machiavelli who prologes to present “the tragedy of the Jew.” 
Who is Basso?
Basso is military officer or pasha of Turkey came with Callymath. What is the setting of the play ‘The Jew of Malta’? The setting of the play “The Jew of Malta” in Malta in 1565 When Turk besieged the island of Malta.
What action Barabas take against his ‘ converted daughter?
Barabas killed his ‘converted daughter’ by poisoning her.
Interpret 'For, so l live, perish may all the world!' Discuss ?
This line is from Act V spoken by Barabas in "The Jew of Malta" by Marlowe. Barabas plots to undo everything once he is Governor of Malta -- Christians, Turks, anyone in his way. He only cares for his own skin.
How does Ferneze treat Basso when Basso demands tribute? UoS 2015
Ferneze replies bluntly upon Basso’s demand of 10 years’ unpaired tribute that he shall have no tribute from Malta, thus treating him worthlessly.
How does Barabas  get Methias and Lodowick killed?
Barabas Killed the Mathias and Lodowick in a deceptive/fake duel. Barabas wrote a forged letter to Mathias that is supposedly from Lodowick, challenging him to a duel. 
What is Barabas reaction on the death of Abigail?
Barabas celebrates the successful plan of poisoning the nuns. He is only grieved that his daughter lived long enough to become a Christian.
Write the names of four plays of Marlowe?
The names of the four plays of Marlowe are Tamburlaine, Doctor Faustus, The Jew of Malta and Edward ll. 



THE TEMPEST By William Shakespear
Who is Miranda?
Miranda is young daughter of Prosper. She is native and innocent, she is also a charming and gentle girl who stands up for herself when needed.
Why does Caliban kill Prospero?
Caliban tries to kill Prospero tro take the island from him.  He believes that Prosper treats him unnecessarily cruelly and accuses him of stealing the island from him. 
What did Caliban try to do to Miranda?
Caliban is a monster who tried to rape Prospero’s daughter Miranda before the play began.  What duties does Ariel perform for Prospero?
Ariel is an airy spirit. He does every task for Prosper willingly, quickly and with enthusiasm and reports any activity he observes.
Who is Cares? UOS 2018
Cares is Prospero’s spirit like Ariel and Cares represents the goddess of the fields and the earth. Cares with Juno both bless the Miranda and Ferdinand.
Who dethrones Prospero and why?
Antonio the younger brother of Prosper with help of Alonso who is the friend of Antonio and King of Naples dethrone him because his brother is jealous, greedy and power thirsty.
How does Prospero escape the murder plan attempt hatched by Caliban? UoS 2ND ANNUAL 2018
Prospero escape the murder attempt hatched by Caliban with the help of Ariel who reported the plot to him.
How Ariel and Caliban are different ? Uos 2019
Ariel is a faithful servant spirit of Prosper while Caliban is rude in his behavior towards his master nad he was born out of wedlock through the womb of a witch.
Who is Sycorax? UOS 2019
Sycorax is the name of a witch who gave birth to a beast Caliban and overtook the throne of the lonely island where Prosper and his daughter took shelter.
Introduce Boatswain in the Tempest? UoS 2017
Boatswain is in charge of running the ship in the storm. He has no time for time-wasters and does not bother to shackle his tongue when talking to landlubbers coming on deck and getting in the way.
What is called a green eyed monster in Tempest? 2016
Jealousy is personified as “ a green-eyed monster” by the Bard of Avon.
Why is ‘The Tempest’ called a play about revenge? 2016
The tempest is called a play about revenge because this theme prevails right after the play begins and Prospero’s Ariel creates a tempest on the ocean to make the being-revenged submissive for once they used their influences to throw Prosper and his newly born daughter in the ocean.
Mention some ambitions of Caliban? Uos 2016
Caliban the “fish-like monster” wants to kill Prospero to rule over his mother’s island
What is the reaction of Prosper when he notices Ferdinand in love with Marinda ?  UoS2015
Prospero speaks himself and says “The real Duke of Milan and his far finer daughter could beat you in a heartbeat, it it were the right time. But he plans to put The Prince on test as “too light winning make the prize light.” 
How was Caliban begotten? UOS 2015
Caliban was begotten through his mother. She died on the island while giving birth to a half-beast where Prospero and his daughter lodged in. Prospero enslaves him.
Who is Claribel?
Claribel is the daughter of the King of Naples. Her marriage was the indirect cause of the disasters which have happened to Alonso and his friends.
Who in the Tempest says “He that dies pays all debts”? 2017 2nd annual
Stephano says in the tempest “He that dies pays all debts”.
Why does Pospero give up magic?
He gives up magic because magic is what caused him to end up on the island in the first place. It ultimately leads to his downfall.
Why does Caliban hate Pospero and Miranda ?
Caliban sees Prospero and Miranda as imperialistic who took control of an island that he felt belonged to him.