Which of the following qualities would most accurately describe Faustus' character at the beginning of the play ?
Correct answer: D. arrogant
- A. kind
- B. stupid
- C. sensitive
- D. arrogant
Explanation
Faustus begins as an arrogant and dissatisfied scholar who believes ordinary branches of knowledge are beneath him and turns to forbidden magic. His pride, rather than stupidity or kindness, drives the tragedy.
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