What is the theme of The Tempest?

What is the theme of The Tempest?

THEME OF BETRAYAL Prospero’s deep sense of betrayal drives much of the plot of The Tempest. He tells Miranda in Act 1 Scene 2 the story of how his brother Antonio betrayed him, leading to their exile from Milan. It is Prospero’s desire for revenge that brings Antonio, Alonso and the others to the island.

What instructions does the boatswain give and to whom?

The boatswain tells Gonzalo and the other men that they’re getting in the way of his work and should stay in their cabins. The boatswain says that if he’s wound-up, it’s only because the sea’s wound-up. He once again tells Gonzalo and the other men to get below deck.

Where is the master Boatswain?

Be careful, good Boatswain! Where’s the Master? Make these men work. I pray now, keep below.

Why does Gonzalo believe the ship will not be wrecked?

Answer. Gonzalo the old courtier hoped that the ship will not sink. He was very annoyed with the Boatsman and wanted him to be hanged. When the boatsman doesn’t die of drowning its pretty clear that the ship will not sink in the sea and everyone’s life would be saved.

Why is Gonzalo confident that the boatswain will not die by drowning?

Explanation: Gonzalo was confident that Boatswain will not die by drowning as he knew that the adjacent island was occupied by Prospero. He had helped Prospero during one such shipwreck and he knew that Prospero would do the same this time.

Who is the best character in The Tempest?

Although The Tempest features many characters with their own plots and desires, Prospero is the main protagonist. Prospero sets the events of the play in motion by conjuring the terrible tempest that shipwrecks his enemies. The violence of the tempest indicates the magnitude of Prospero’s rage.

Who is Sebastian’s brother in The Tempest?

Sebastian: Alonso’s younger brother. Prospero: The rightful duke of Milan and father of Miranda. Antonio: The brother of Prospero and the usurping duke of Milan.