Question

question 14 of 19
what is the most likely purpose of separating ferdinand from alonso after the shipwreck in the tempest?
a. it allows alonso to participate in sebastians plan without ferdinand knowing it.
b. later, alonso is more relieved that he is alive than upset about his engagement.
c. it means that ferdinand is the acting king, and miranda, therefore, is queen.
d. when they are reunited, the audience gets to hear what alonso has been doing.

Explanation:

In The Tempest, separating Ferdinand from Alonso after the shipwreck allows Alonso to be involved in Sebastian's plot - related activities without Ferdinand's knowledge, which drives the plot forward and creates tension and drama. The other options do not accurately reflect the main purpose of this separation.

Answer:

A. It allows Alonso to participate in Sebastian's plan without Ferdinand knowing it.