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just-talia
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High School - 9th Grade
In Act I, scene 2, what evidence is there that Prospero is both a powerful and honourable character?
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jamie-wheeler Teacher
College - SophomorePosted by jamie-wheeler on Wednesday May 2, 2007 at 6:02 PMProspero does agree to free Ariel if he will help him batter the enemy's ship.) He promises, "Spirit, fine spirit, I'll free thee/Within two days for this." 1.2.423-424). To his credit, Prospero does free Ariel in Act 5.
He is powerful because he has enough command and magic to do what he says he will do: punish the ship and make Ariel do his bidding. He is honorable because he carries through with his promise.
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