Act 3 Scene 3 Quotes and Questions Quotes: Most savage and unnatural! (Edmund, line 6)
The younger rises when the old doth fall. (Edmund, line 23)
Questions:
In each case, support your point with suitable reference to and quotation from the play.
1. Gloucester says, ‘I like not this unnatural dealing’ at the start of this scene. In what way is his comment ironic?
2. Do you think Gloucester shows himself in a good light in this scene? Explain your answer.
? Writing task
Imagine you are Edmund. Write the diary entry you might make after the events of this scene. You should outline your plan, what you hope to gain from betraying your father and your feelings about him.
