Question 1: Identify one literary technique used by Prospero to convey his feelings of power or control in this extract.

Answer: Possible answer: The use of exclamations ('O! wonder!') to express emotion, or metaphor ('chains of my own making') to illustrate internal conflict.

Question 2: What does Prospero's reflection on 'control' and 'mastery' reveal about his character?

Answer: It shows his desire for authority, but also his awareness of the limits of power and the importance of humility.

Question 3: Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the tone of Prospero’s monologue?

Answer: b) Reflective and remorseful

Question 4: Explain the significance of the phrase ‘chains of my own making’ in relation to themes of power.

Answer: The phrase suggests that Prospero's sense of confinement or limitation results from his own actions or decisions, highlighting the idea that the pursuit and exercise of power can also lead to self-imposed restrictions.

Question 5: Identify and explain one example of how Shakespeare uses stage directions in this extract to emphasise Prospero’s emotional state.

Answer: Stage directions like 'O! wonder!' and 'bleeding with sorrow' (implied) help convey Prospero's emotional turbulence, emphasizing his inner conflict and sense of loss.

Question 6: Analyze how Prospero's language reflects his understanding of power and humility.

Answer: Prospero’s language shifts from exclamatory and grand ('O! wonder!') to contemplative ('chains of my own making'), showing his recognition that true mastery involves humility and self-awareness. His acknowledgment of limits signifies growth beyond raw power.

Question 7: Choose one phrase from the extract and discuss how it illustrates the play’s theme of control or the lack thereof.

Answer: Possible answer: 'The chains of my own making' illustrates how Prospero’s efforts to control his destiny have also imprisoned him, highlighting the paradox of power.

Question 8: Critically evaluate how Shakespeare’s language in this extract influences the audience’s perception of Prospero’s journey towards humility.

Answer: Shakespeare’s use of poetic exclamations and reflective metaphors portrays Prospero as both a powerful magician and a humbled man. This duality invites the audience to sympathise with his internal struggle and respect his growth.