Question

Which aspect of Ariel's situation most clearly expresses a theme from The Tempest? (Apex)

A. He is loyal to Prospero even though Prospero hasnt freed him.
B. He accuses Antonio of treachery against Prospero.
C. He helps Miranda and Ferdinand fall in love.
D. He desires to regain his freedom, first from a witch, and then from Prospero.

Answer 1

The correct answer is D.

In the play "The Tempest" by William Shakespeare the character of Ariel was a spirit who had been imprisioned for twelve years by a witch called Sycorax. He was rescued by Prospero who forced Ariel to serve him. This is the reason why ARIEL DESIRED TO REGAIN HIS FREEDOM, FIRST FROM THE WIRCH AND THEN FROM PROSPERO.