Question

Read the following passage from Shakespeare's The Tempest, in which the

character Ferdinand flirts with Miranda:
FERDINAND
Admired Miranda!
Indeed the top of admiration!worth
What's dearest to the world! Full many a lady
I have eyed with best regard and many a time
The harmony of their tongues hath into bondage
Brought my too diligent ear: for several virtues
Have I liked several women;..
Based on the passage, what idea is best conveyed by Ferdinand's choice of
the word diligent?
O A. He was too interested in intelligent women.
O B. He valued the women's opinions over his own.
O
C. He was too eager to listen to the women.
D. He was a very studious person

Answer 1

I am your wife, if you will marry me.

If not, I’ll die your maid. To be your fellow

You may deny me, but I’ll be your servant

Whether you will or no.

Step-by-step explanation:

option A