Tuesday 19 November 2013

A2 LITERATURE - SOME KING LEAR ESSAY QUESTIONS

Some questions on King Lear

1‘King Lear is “a very foolish, fond old man” who deserves everything he gets.’

How far do you agree with this statement.


2 ‘Things fall apart the centre cannot hold’

In the light of this statement consider how does order break down in Britain during the course of the play? Who is to blame?


3‘Tigers not daughters’

Explore the role and presentation of women in the play King Lear.


4 ‘Loyalty is the state or quality of being faithful to one’s commitments or obligations.’

Examine the role of Kent in the light of this assertion.

5 ‘King Lear is a play in which two worlds fight and a new world is created.’

Discuss this statement in the light of the play.


6 King Lear is a play concerned with the making of heroes. Consider this statement by exploring the dramatic effects of the play.