Discuss the role and significance of Caliban in The Tempest.
Consider how the character of Caliban is presented, Caliban’s contribution to the themes and dramatic effects of the play.
The examiner is looking for you to show that you understand the character of Caliban and how Caliban is presented in the play.
Plan
1 – Introduction
What are you going to do? You are going to consider the role of Caliban in the play, how he is presented and how he contributes to the themes and drama in the play.
2 – Caliban’s presentation
Consider how Caliban is presented in the play.
What is Caliban like?
How does Caliban behave?
Consider Caliban’s actions and words.
How does this link to Caliban’s presentation, is he presented as something evil or good, is he a negative or positive influence on the play.
Consider the language Shakespeare uses to present and describe Caliban.
3 - Caliban’s Contributions
Consider how Caliban contributes to the themes and dramatic effects of the play.
Select two or three scenes to analyse which show Caliban’s role and contribution to the play.
Focus on language and Caliban’s actions and words.
4 – Conclusion
Come to a firm conclusion using your analysis of Caliban sum up why Caliban is significant in the play.
REMEMBER TO USE P.E.E/PQD THROUGHOUT.
