The Tempest Act 4 Scene 1: Prospero's Plan Unleashes Chaos

TLDRIn Act 4 Scene 1 of The Tempest, Prospero tests Ferdinand's love for Miranda and warns him against taking her virginity before the wedding. Ferdinand is amazed by Prospero's abilities and wants to stay on the island with Prospero and Miranda. Prospero laments Caliban's wickedness and plans to use music to handle him and his companions. Chaos ensues when Caliban and the men become distracted by clothes. Prospero sends spirits to drive them off and realizes he now has control over his enemies.

Key insights

Prospero tests Ferdinand's love for Miranda and warns him against taking her virginity before the wedding.

🔮Ferdinand is amazed by Prospero's abilities and wants to stay on the island with Prospero and Miranda.

🎵Prospero plans to use music to handle Caliban and his companions.

🌊Chaos ensues when Caliban and the men become distracted by clothes.

🔥Prospero sends spirits to drive Caliban and the men off and realizes he now has control over his enemies.

Q&A

What does Prospero warn Ferdinand against?

Prospero warns Ferdinand against taking Miranda's virginity before the wedding.

Why does Ferdinand want to stay on the island?

Ferdinand is amazed by Prospero's abilities and wants to stay on the island with Prospero and Miranda.

What does Prospero plan to use to handle Caliban and his companions?

Prospero plans to use music to handle Caliban and his companions.

What causes chaos in Act 4 Scene 1?

Chaos ensues when Caliban and the men become distracted by clothes.

What does Prospero realize after driving off Caliban and the men?

Prospero realizes he now has control over his enemies.

Timestamped Summary

00:09Prospero tests Ferdinand's love for Miranda and warns him against taking her virginity before the wedding.

00:20Ferdinand is amazed by Prospero's abilities and wants to stay on the island with Prospero and Miranda.

01:14Prospero plans to use music to handle Caliban and his companions.

01:52Chaos ensues when Caliban and the men become distracted by clothes.

02:17Prospero sends spirits to drive Caliban and the men off and realizes he now has control over his enemies.