Act 2 Scene 1

Act 2 Scene 1

1. The dramatic significance of Curan with reference to the war between the Duke of Albany and the Duke of Cornwall was very important for Edmund since it helped to set the parameters for his scheme. That is, Curan was the one to inform Edmund of the arrival of the Duke of Cornwall and the rumors of Duke Albany and Duke Cornwall’s dispute. As a result Edmund realized it was an ideal time to let his scheme unfold to get rid of Edgar. Edmund persuades Edgar by stating Cornwall is angry with him for being on Albany’s side of their disagreement.

2. Edmund completely convinces Gloucester of Edgar’s guilt by stating Edgar tried to incorporate him in his plot to kill his father. He also states that Edgar injure him because of his reluctance to join force with his plot causing him to flee

3. The part played by Regan in this scene can be seen to be hypocritical. This is so because she stated that Edgar was influenced to kill his father for his riches and wealth, she was eager to make these speculations and conclusions. However, this is exactly the situation she and her sister were in, by gaining Lear’s assets through deceit.

4. The type of character we learn from Cornwall is that he lacks in making good judgment. This is so because he believed the lies of Edmund easily without addressing both individuals involved.