Question

Which elements of the story make it a morality play? Support your answer with evidence from the play.

Answer 1

The moral themes of the story and the presence of characters such as the good angel and the bad angel are characteristic of a morality play. The story revolves around the conflict between good and evil. At several points in the play, Faustus is offered a choice between redemption and eternal punishment. Faustus's end conveys the morals that power corrupts and pride leads to destruction.

Answer 2

The moral themes of the story and the presence of characters such as the good angel and the bad angel are characteristic of a morality play. The story revolves around the conflict between good and evil. At several points in the play, Faustus is offered a choice between redemption and eternal punishment. Faustus's end conveys the morals that power corrupts and pride leads to destruction.