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What contrast is established between Orlando and Oliver in the play's opening scene?
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Orlando is portrayed as cruel and powerful, whereas Oliver is seen as kind and weak
Oliver is depicted as cruel and powerful, with Orlando as the victim of his brother’s cruelty
Both brothers are shown to have a sophisticated approach to dealing with their inheritance
Orlando is characterized as the educated brother, whereas Oliver is presented as unsophisticated
What does Orlando argue to his brother when Oliver enters and tells him to stop being idle?
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That he deserves to be treated as Oliver's equal
That idleness is the mark of true sophistication
That their father might have left a secret will behind
That Adam is an unfit servant
What does Orlando swear he would do to Oliver if they weren't brothers?
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Sue him for his rightful inheritance
Leave and never return to claim his inheritance
Kill him for his injustices and cruelty
Forgive him and seek reconciliation
What significant event does Charles report to Oliver?
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Duke Senior has usurped Duke Frederick's position
Rosalind has been banished from the court by Duke Frederick
Orlando has decided to join Duke Senior in the Forest of Arden
Duke Frederick has usurped and banished Duke Senior
What assumption does Charles make about Oliver's relationship with Orlando?
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That Oliver is actively plotting Orlando's downfall
That Oliver is indifferent to Orlando's ambitions and safety
That Oliver was unaware of Orlando's plans to fight in the wrestling match
That Oliver and Orlando have a typical brotherly relationship
How does Oliver respond to Charles's advice regarding the wrestling match?
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By thanking Charles and pretending to have already attempted to stop Orlando
By expressing concern for Charles's safety and talking about Orlando's wrestling skills
By dismissing Charles's concerns and encouraging Orlando to fight
By admitting his hatred for Orlando and openly wishing for his defeat
What does Oliver admit about his feelings towards Orlando in his soliloquy?
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He regrets his past actions and wants to reconcile with Orlando
He acknowledges his hatred for Orlando is based on envy
He recognizes that his hatred for Orlando is irrational and unexplainable
He decides to plot against Orlando more aggressively
